Rosemary
Rosemary is a nature-inspired name of Latin origin meaning 'dew of the sea,' referring to the fragrant herb that grows near coastal areas. It has deep roots in both English tradition and Christian symbolism, associated with remembrance and fidelity.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 1,329. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 439
- 2012: 479
- 2013: 563
- 2014: 537
- 2015: 607
- 2016: 740
- 2017: 699
- 2018: 699
- 2019: 771
- 2020: 698
- 2021: 846
- 2022: 873
- 2023: 995
- 2024: 1,048
- 2025: 1,222
- 2026 (projected): 1,329
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most cultures
- •Associated with the herb symbolizing remembrance and loyalty
- •Offers versatile nickname options from traditional to modern
- •Strong literary connections including Rosemary's Baby
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Famous People
Rosemary Clooney
Singer and actress
Rosemary Kennedy
Sister of President John F. Kennedy
Rosemary Harris
Tony Award-winning actress
Rosemary Sutcliff
Historical fiction author
Statistics
163,165
Total births since 1880
1947
Peak year
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