Rosemary
boy nameRosemary entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #2003 in 1931, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
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rank today
#2003
peak (1931)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3439 |
| 1930s | #2527 |
| 1940s | #2524 |
| 1950s | #3258 |
| 1960s | #3427 |
| 1970s | #4749 |
| 1980s | #5454 |
| 1990s | #8117 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Rosemary are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rosemary alive today was born around 1943, making them about 82 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Rosemary in 2025?
- Rosemary is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Rosemary most popular?
- Rosemary peaked in 1931, reaching #2003 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Rosemary with classmates?
- Rosemary will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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