Rosemary Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationROHZ-mair-ee / ˈroʊzˌmɛriLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: 'dew of the sea'; English: 'rose Mary'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Rosemary has roots in Latin, derived from 'ros marinus', meaning 'dew of the sea'. It has been used in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages. Rosemary is also associated with the herb, which has culinary and medicinal uses. The name has been popularized in literature and film, often symbolizing remembrance.
Trend Summary
Rosemary has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Rosmary
International Variants
- Rosmari (Catalan)
- Rosmarie (German)
- Rosa María (Spanish)
Famous people named Rosemary
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Fictional characters named Rosemary
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Rosemary was first seen in the United States in 1923. Rosemary has ranked as high as #857 nationally, which occurred in 1929, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Rosemary has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Rosemary
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1931 | 14 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 12 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 5 |