gender neutral
Rosario
rosary
About Rosario
Distinguished and substantial, Rosario offers parents a name rich with cultural resonance and elegant sophistication. This four-syllable choice creates a rhythmic cadence that feels both formal and approachable. The rolling r-sound adds a distinctive flourish that sets Rosario apart from simpler alternatives. Parents seeking names with international versatility find Rosario's cross-cultural recognition particularly valuable. The name carries itself with dignity and grace, suitable for every stage of life from infancy through distinguished adulthood. Rosario provides natural nickname options while standing magnificently on its own. Its relative rarity in many regions ensures uniqueness without sacrificing comprehensibility. The name's balanced vowel-consonant ratio makes it pleasant to say and hear repeatedly. For families who value names with substance, history, and multicultural appeal, Rosario represents an exceptional choice.
Popularity of the Name Rosario
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1937 | #948 | |
| 1938 | #929 | |
| 1940 | #840 | |
| 1941 | #933 | |
| 1942 | #996 | |
| 1943 | #914 | |
| 1944 | #915 | |
| 1945 | #1000 | |
| 1946 | #942 | |
| 1947 | #923 | |
| 1949 | #876 | |
| 1950 | #810 | |
| 1951 | #854 | |
| 1952 | #829 | |
| 1953 | #741 | |
| 1954 | #746 | |
| 1955 | #823 | |
| 1956 | #787 | |
| 1957 | #883 | |
| 1958 | #854 | |
| 1959 | #834 | |
| 1960 | #778 | |
| 1961 | #846 | |
| 1962 | #811 | |
| 1963 | #896 | |
| 1964 | #849 | #365 |
| 1965 | #844 | #375 |
| 1967 | #940 | |
| 1968 | #945 | |
| 1969 | #931 | #436 |
| 1970 | #968 | #508 |
| 1972 | #847 | #384 |
| 1973 | #930 | #580 |
| 1974 | #916 | |
| 1975 | #988 | #496 |
| 1976 | #920 | #584 |
| 1979 | #993 | |
| 1966 | #375 | |
| 1971 | #408 | |
| 1977 | #460 | |
| 1978 | #609 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland
Variations of Name Rosario
Names Similar to Rosario
Nicknames for Rosario
- Rose
- Rosie
- Rio
- Ria
- Ro
Famous People Named Rosario
| Rosario Dawson | American actress and activist |
| Rosario Flores | Spanish singer and actress |
| Rosario Ponce | Argentine mountaineer and adventurer |
| Rosario Murillo | Vice President of Nicaragua |
| Rosario Castellanos | Mexican poet and author |
| Rosario Ferré | Puerto Rican writer and essayist |
| Rosario Robles | Mexican politician |
| Rosario Porto | Spanish lawyer and convicted murderer |
| Rosario Sasieta | Peruvian lawyer and politician |
| Rosario Ibarra de Piedra | Mexican human rights activist |
| Rosario Tijeras | Colombian drug lord and inspiration for a novel and film |
| Rosario Gómez | Argentine biologist and environmentalist |
| Rosario Livatino | Italian magistrate and martyr |
| Rosario Green | Mexican diplomat and politician |
| Rosario Alessandrello | Italian neuroscientist |
| Rosario Raro | Filipino psychologist and educator |
| Rosario Castellanos de Parker | Mexican journalist and television host |
| Rosario Sánchez Mora | Spanish teacher and feminist |
| Rosario Cota | Mexican taekwondo athlete |
| Rosario Manalo | Filipino diplomat and former UN official |
Characters Named Rosario
| Rosario Dawson | Character in the TV series "Jane the Virgin" |
| Rosario McGinty | Character in the novel "McGinty's Meal and Other Stories" by Jimmy Breslin |
| Rosario Mastrogiuseppe | Character in the film "Risky Business" |
| Rosario Inés Consuelo Yolanda del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús | Character in the film "Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou" |
| Rosario Delgado | Character in the film "The Air I Breathe" |
| Rosario Rosales | Character in the film "The City of Lost Children" |
| Rosario Garcia | Character in the TV series "Hawkeye" |
| Rosario Maria Ramos | Character in the film "Rosario Tijeras" |
| Rosario Chacon | Character in the film "La Bamba" |
| Rosario Urtuzuástegui | Character in the TV series "The House of Flowers" |