Rosario
Rosario is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Rosary, or garden of roses.
Origin and history
Rosario is a given name derived from the Spanish word for rosary, referencing the Catholic devotional prayer sequence and title of Mary, Our Lady of the Rosary. While traditional in Spanish-speaking cultures for both genders, it is primarily used as a feminine name in the United States. It maintains a steady and classic presence in modern American usage.
Popularity in the United States
10,974 babies in the United States have been named Rosario since 1880. It ranks #1549 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1652.
States where it is most popular
- TX (44.3 %)
- CA (39.7 %)
- IL (4.9 %)
- NY (4.1 %)
- AZ (3.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 24 |
| 1910-1920 | 148 |
| 1920-1930 | 339 |
| 1930-1940 | 400 |
| 1940-1950 | 750 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,381 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,398 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,348 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,109 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,513 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,247 |
| 2010-2019 | 863 |
| 2020-2029 | 449 |
Famous people named Rosario
- Rosario Dawson: Actress, Producer
Nicknames
Rosa, Rosie, Chayo, Charo
Fun facts
- The name originates from the Latin 'rosarium', meaning a rose garden or a garland of roses, later associated with prayer beads.
- Although predominantly given to females in the U.S., Rosario has historically been used for males in Italian and Spanish cultures.