Róis is the Irish form of Rose, or directly from the Irish word rós meaning "rose" (genitive róis; of Latin origin). The name is primarily used in Ireland, where pronunciation reflects the Irish language’s distinct phonetic patterns: it is typically said [ɾˠoːʃ], rhyming with "rosh." As a variant of the internationally popular name Rose, Róis shares its floral symbolism and the layered etymology that links the Germanic name Hrodohaidis ("famous type") via Norman French to the Latin flower word rosa. However, in Irish, the name also draws directly from the native word for the flower, giving it a dual linguistic heritage—both through borrowed tradition and indigenous vocabulary. Notable Bearers While the name Róis has a long history in Ireland, a contemporary bearer has brought it renewed visibility. Rose Connolly (born 1999/2000), known mononymously as Róis (often capitalised RÓIS), is a composer, singer, and multi-instrumentalist from County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. She is noted for her keening style (caoineadh), a traditional Irish lament, which she blends with electronic and alternative influences. Raised in the Irish-speaking village of Newtownbutler, she studied at the Royal Irish Academy of Music and Royal Conservatory of The Hague and released her debut album Uisce agus Bean (“Water and woman”) in 2023. Her artistic identity consciously draws on the name’s meaning, referencing the rich cultural associations of the rose both as symbol and in Irish mourning rituals. Related Names The name Róis exists alongside several variants within Irish. The most common variant is Róise, and two notable diminutives are Róisín (a frequent given name itself) and Rosheen, the anglicized spelling of Róisín meaning “little rose.” Across other languages, cognates include Rosa (Scandinavian and other Germanic languages), Roza (Russian), Ruzha (Macedonian), Ruža (Serbian), Rozalija (Slovene), and Rozika (Croatian), among others. These forms all ultimately derive from the same Latin root or from related Germanic precursors. Meaning: Rose (flower), or Irish form of Rose Origin: Irish, from Irish rós and also from Germanic through Latin Type: Given name (feminine) Usage Regions: Ireland and Irish diaspora Related Names: Róise, Róisín, Rosheen; international cognates like Rosa, Roza