Rosemarie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rosemarie is a name rooted in Latin and Germanic origins, meaning 'rose' and 'beloved'. It has evolved through various historical forms, embodying traits of beauty and affection. It does not have biblical relevance, but has gained popularity in the 20th century, reflecting a blend of nature and spirituality. Variants include Rose, Marie, and Rosie, and it is currently viewed as a classic name.
The name Rosemarie is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rosemarie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Rosemarie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7162nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5372nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6723rd out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 444th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 190th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 295th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 530th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1000th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1851st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1760th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rosemarie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rosemarie"
Pronunciation
/ˈroʊz.mə.ri/
Origin
Latin and Germanic
Etymology
The name Rosemarie is a combination of two elements: 'Rose', which comes from the Latin word 'rosa', meaning 'rose', and 'Marie', derived from 'Maria', a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'beloved' or 'wished for child'.
Meaning
Rose and beloved
Language Evolution
Rosa, Rose, Maria, Marie, Rosemarie
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a compound name reflecting both floral and religious sentiments.
Variants & Derivatives
Rose, Marie, Rosie, Romy
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Rosemarie is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with beauty and femininity due to its floral element.
Famous People
Rosemarie DeWitt, Rosemarie Trockel
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rosemarie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rosemarie"
"Rosemarie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7162nd of 7545 | 6 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5372nd of 6773 | 17 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6723rd of 7552 | 10 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 444th of 9107 | 4,088 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 190th of 9204 | 18,597 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 295th of 12526 | 16,963 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 530th of 19264 | 5,741 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1000th of 27321 | 2,771 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1851st of 35406 | 1,690 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1760th of 30306 | 1,441 |
Regional Popularity of "Rosemarie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rosemarie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
23.45% 332nd/1416 |
17.11% 236th/1379 |
78.32% 1853rd/2366 |
34.24% 391st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
12.16% 188th/1546 |
5.91% 92nd/1556 |
33.74% 794th/2353 |
15.84% 245th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
15.13% 337th/2227 |
6.38% 155th/2430 |
25.41% 725th/2853 |
13.05% 362nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
21.79% 640th/2937 |
7.92% 276th/3483 |
28.99% 1020th/3518 |
14.14% 572nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
36.72% 1353rd/3685 |
12.11% 542nd/4475 |
30.98% 1609th/5194 |
14.58% 921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.05% 2110th/4582 |
24.55% 1268th/5164 |
33.60% 2457th/7313 |
22.27% 1662nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
47.52% 1893rd/3984 |
32.74% 1469th/4487 |
32.94% 2247th/6822 |
24.27% 1523rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rosemarie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rosemarie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.