Carpathia’s Officer: Can I take your name please, love?
Rose: Dawson. Rose Dawson.
Where does this quote come from? (Source)
This quote comes from the movie ‘Titanic’. The movie came out in 1997 and has since been re-released a few times when new technology would come out (3D, 4K). Titanic (1997) was produced by Paramount Pictures & 20th Century Fox.
- Movie: Titanic (1997)
- Production: Paramount Pictures (& 20th Century Fox)
Why we collected this quote
We picked this because it’s an iconic moment where Rose uses Jack’s last name to give herself a new identity and a fresh future.
What does this quote mean? (Meaning & Context)
After being rescued by the Carpathia, an officer is making a list of survivors. By calling herself “Rose Dawson,” she honors her promise to Jack to live the life she wants.
Fun facts & Trivia
By taking Jack’s name, Rose technically becomes a “Class Traveler” – a person who abandoned their social standing. This name change is why the treasure hunters could never find a record of Rose DeWitt Bukater on the passenger list.
