Rosie-Leigh

Rosie-Leigh is a modern English compound name, combining the diminutive form 'Rosie' with 'Leigh'. 'Rosie' is a pet form of Rose, which comes from the Latin word 'rosa' for the flower. The name Rose became popular in the Middle Ages, partly due to its association with the Virgin Mary. 'Leigh' is derived from an Old English word 'leah', meaning 'clearing, meadow, or pasture'.

The combination of these two elements creates a name with a distinctly floral and pastoral feel. Such hyphenated or compound names became particularly fashionable in English-speaking countries in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, often to create unique and personalized names for girls. It doesn't have a long historical lineage as a single entity but rather reflects a contemporary naming trend.