What origin is the name Rosemary?

Rosemary comes from English naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Rosemary

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Rosemary

Rosemary

Girl

English

4 syllables

Rosemary is an English girl's name meaning "Bitter rose.".

Parents who choose Rosemary pick a girl name from the English tradition, meaning "Bitter rose.". At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 4 syllables.

Origin: English
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 4

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Bitter rose.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Nicknames & short forms

Rose

Rosie

Quick answers about Rosemary

What does Rosemary mean?

Rosemary is a girl name of English origin meaning "Bitter rose.".

How popular is Rosemary?

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