"I am the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys."
Biblical Name · Latin Origin
Rose Meaning in the Bible
Rose
girl
Rose means "Rose flower", a girl's name of Latin origin. Rose appears in the King James Bible, and Song of Solomon 2:1 is the passage most often tied to it. Rose speaks of the beauty and fragrance of Christ — the beloved Rose of Sharon who fills the world with His love.
Is Rose in the Bible?
Yes — Rose appears in the King James Bible, including Song of Solomon 2:1.
Pronunciation:/ROHZ/
OriginLatin
MeaningRose flower
What does Rose mean?
Rose is a girl name of Latin origin meaning "Rose flower". Rose is one of the most beloved flower names, connected to the 'rose of Sharon' in Song of Solomon — traditionally interpreted as a reference to Christ. The rose represents love, beauty, and the fragrant offering of a devoted life.
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What does Rose mean in the Bible?
Rose means "Rose flower" and is a name of Latin origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Rose is one of the most beloved flower names, connected to the 'rose of Sharon' in Song of Solomon — traditionally interpreted as a reference to Christ. The rose represents love, beauty, and the fragrant offering of a devoted life.
Where does Rose appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Rose is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Song of Solomon 2:1. Each verse is quoted in full below.
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What are the variants and nicknames of Rose?
Rose has 1 recorded variant, short form, and translation across languages and biblical traditions.
Variants & related forms
Which books of the Bible mention Rose?
Rose is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Rose?
Rose speaks of the beauty and fragrance of Christ — the beloved Rose of Sharon who fills the world with His love.
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Rose name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Rose appears in the King James Bible, including Song of Solomon 2:1.
Rose means "Rose flower." It is a Latin name. The King James Bible uses it in Song of Solomon 2:1, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Latin. Rose comes into English from Latin and carries the sense "Rose flower." It appears in the King James Bible, including Song of Solomon 2:1.
Common questions about the name Rose
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Rose?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Rose?
You can read every verse where Rose appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.