A 1930s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Rosmary since 1921
Babies named Rosmary per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2022, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Rosmary's real moment was 1935.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 16 |
| 1930s | 17 |
| 1940s | 38 |
| 1950s | 30 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 11 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Rosmary is a variant spelling of the classic Rosemary, which traces its roots to the Latin 'ros marinus' meaning 'dew of the sea'. Although it has never been a top-ranking name in the United States, it reached its peak popularity in 1935, when it was given to a modest number of baby girls. After decades of decline, the name has been experiencing a gentle resurgence since 2020, as vintage and botanical names regain favor. Its revival is part of a broader trend that has also brought back names like Violet and Lavender. Rosmary remains a rare and distinctive choice, offering a traditional feel with a slightly unconventional spelling.
Rosmary is a variant spelling of Rosemary, which derives from the Latin 'ros marinus' meaning 'dew of the sea'. The name was originally given in reference to the herb, which has been used since ancient times for its fragrance and medicinal properties. It became popular as a given name in English-speaking countries in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ros, Rosie, Mary, Rory
Sibling names for Rosmary
Names that share Rosmary's style, for a brother or sister.
