Holding steady, #6,838 for girls today.
Popularity of Rosaria since 1900
Babies named Rosaria per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 45 |
| 1910s | 308 |
| 1920s | 461 |
| 1930s | 263 |
| 1940s | 164 |
| 1950s | 193 |
| 1960s | 215 |
| 1970s | 233 |
| 1980s | 134 |
| 1990s | 101 |
| 2000s | 129 |
| 2010s | 165 |
| 2020s | 140 |
Meaning & origin
Rosaria is an Italian name with a rich religious heritage, linked to the Rosary devotion. Its U.S. popularity peaked in 1923, reflecting early 20th-century immigration from Italy. Currently ranked 6,838 and given to about 1 in 100,454 girls, it remains a stable but rare choice, never fading entirely from use. The name's steady trajectory suggests it continues to be passed down in families with Italian Catholic roots, yet it remains outside the mainstream, offering a distinctive alternative for those seeking a name with deep cultural and spiritual ties.
Rosaria is the Italian feminine form of Rosario, itself derived from the Latin 'rosarium' meaning 'rose garden' or 'garland of roses'. The name is closely tied to the Catholic devotion of the Rosary, a set of prayers often symbolized by a string of beads representing roses offered to the Virgin Mary. While historically popular in Italy, it has seen modest use in the United States, peaking in the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rosa, Rosie, Ria, Sari
Variants: Rosario
Sibling names for Rosaria
Names that share Rosaria's style, for a brother or sister.
