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Name Origin

Roosevelt is a surname of Dutch origin, meaning 'field of roses.' It was popularized as a given name in honor of Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States.

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Famous People

Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919)

Politician

26th President of the United States
Founder of the Progressive Party
Nobel Peace Prize laureate

Franklin Delano Roosevelt (1882-1945)

Politician

32nd President of the United States
Led the country through the Great Depression and World War II
Implemented the New Deal

Elliott Roosevelt (1910-1982)

Author, Businessman

Son of Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Wrote biographies and other works about his family

Sibling Names

Eleanor

A classic name with historical significance, honoring Eleanor Roosevelt, First Lady and advocate for social justice, mirroring Roosevelt's legacy.

Theodore

Paying homage to Theodore Roosevelt, a strong and influential president, creating a sibling set of powerful names.

Franklin

Honoring Franklin Delano Roosevelt, another significant president, maintaining the historical American theme and presidential lineage.