Rosario
Rosario is a boy's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Garland of roses; rosary.
Origin and history
Rosario is a given name of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin 'rosarium', meaning 'garland of roses' or 'rosary'. Though commonly given to females in honor of Our Lady of the Rosary, it is also traditionally used as a masculine name in Italian and Spanish-speaking cultures. In the United States, male usage is relatively rare but maintains steady historical presence.
Popularity in the United States
5,611 babies in the United States have been named Rosario since 1880. It ranks #1623 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1799.
States where it is most popular
- NY (57.1 %)
- CA (13.1 %)
- MA (7 %)
- NJ (6.7 %)
- TX (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 93 |
| 1910-1920 | 821 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,075 |
| 1930-1940 | 561 |
| 1940-1950 | 390 |
| 1950-1960 | 405 |
| 1960-1970 | 431 |
| 1970-1980 | 464 |
| 1980-1990 | 372 |
| 1990-2000 | 389 |
| 2000-2010 | 288 |
| 2010-2019 | 194 |
| 2020-2029 | 128 |
Famous people named Rosario
- Rosario Bourdon: Conductor, Cellist
Nicknames
Chayo, Ross
Fun facts
- The name comes from the Latin word 'rosarium', which originally referred to a rose garden or a crown of roses.
- While predominantly female in Latin America, Rosario is historically well-established as a masculine name in Italy and parts of Spain.