Rosemary

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β€œdew of the sea” β€” Latin, English

#3012024 rank
1947peak year
161,922babies named Rosemary since 1880
β–² +35%5-year trend

Rosemary popularity over 145 years

⭐ Sweet spot β€” known but not everywhere Β· roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024

peak 194718801920196020002024

What does Rosemary mean?

A blend of Rose and Mary, matching the herb name, from Latin ros marinus 'dew of the sea'. A mid-century classic.

OriginLatin, English
Syllables4
Gendergirl
Stylevintage, nature

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Rosemarie

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