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Rosemary

ROHZ-ma-ree

Popularity

#301

rising

Letters

8

Syllables

3

Origin

Latin

Total Births

162,280

Peak Year

#4,542 in 1947

First Recorded

1882

Style

Vintage, Nature-Inspired

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Rosemary is a combination of the names Rose and Mary, or derived directly from the herb rosemary, symbolizing remembrance.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Rosemary Clooney

    American singer and actress, known for jazz.

  • Rosemary Harris

    English actress, respected stage and screen talent.

Nicknames

Personality Traits

ElegantWarmIntelligentKind

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