Rosemary
Rosemary is a girls' name of Latin origin meaning “Dew of the sea, or rose and Mary.” It ranked #400 in the United States in 2025. From the Latin 'ros marinus' (dew of the sea), the fragrant herb long associated with remembrance.
how do you pronounce Rosemary?
ROHZ-mair-ee
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what does Rosemary mean?
The name Rosemary means “Dew of the sea, or rose and Mary.” It comes from the Latin language tradition.
From the Latin 'ros marinus' (dew of the sea), the fragrant herb long associated with remembrance. It is also interpretable as a combination of Rose and Mary, giving it double floral and Marian resonance.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #400 |
| 2023 | #430 |
| 2022 | #462 |
| 2021 | #499 |
| 2020 | #545 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Rosemary?
- Rosemary Clooney
- Rosemary Kennedy
what names are similar to Rosemary?
Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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