Rosemary
Meaning: Dew of the sea; rose and Mary
Origin: Latin/English
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #202
Total births: 2,013
History: Rosemary peaked in the 1960s in Australia. The herb grows beautifully in Australian gardens. Rosemary is used in ANZAC Day ceremonies — sprigs of rosemary for remembrance. The name carries both botanical beauty and military memorial significance.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1965) | #91 |
| Babies named Rosemary in 1965 | 83 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,013 |
| Peak year | 1953 (190 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #50 |
| Years in records | 1952–1965 (14 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 20 spots |
Frequently asked about Rosemary
What does the name Rosemary mean?
Rosemary means “Dew of the sea; rose and Mary” from Latin/English roots.
What is the origin of the name Rosemary?
Rosemary has Latin/English origin. The traditional meaning is “Dew of the sea; rose and Mary”.
How popular is Rosemary in Australia?
Rosemary ranked #91 in Australia in 1965 — given to 83 babies that year.
When was Rosemary most popular?
Rosemary peaked in 1953 with 190 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Rosemary a boy or girl name?
Rosemary is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Rosemarys in registered births are female.
Is the name Rosemary rising or falling in popularity?
Rosemary has fallen 20 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #71 in 1960 to #91 in 1965.
How long has Rosemary been recorded in Australia?
Rosemary appears in birth records in Australia across 14 years — from 1952 through 1965.