Rosemary is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #746 in 2008 with 398 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 1,222 births ranking #251. In 2008, approximately 1 in every 4,751 girls born was named Rosemary. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Rosemary is a graceful herb and flower-adjacent classic with a soft vintage feel. It combines natural imagery with a strong, familiar structure.
The name has long English-language use and benefited from the appeal of both botanical names and saintly, traditional styles. Its vintage warmth has made it attractive again in recent years.