Rosemary Geronimo

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Rosemary Geronimo — English
166K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Rosemary Geronimo is a name that combines English origins. The first name Rosemary is a feminine given name of English origin. Rosemary is a feminine given name, a combination of the names Rose which is a flower that belongs to the Rose family, and from the name Mary which is the name of the Virgin Mary and means Strong, Fertile. It can also be used in reference to the herb named rosemary. Rosemary has been in steady use in the United States and has ranked among the top 1,000 for 110 years. It was ranked as the 754th most popular name for American girls born in 1992. Its greatest period of popularity in the United States was between 1925 and 1950, when it was ranked among the top 150 names for girls. The surname Geronimo: Geronimo or Gerónimo is a masculine given name, the Italian and Spanish form of Jerome. Jerónimo is an alternative Spanish spelling of Gerónimo. It is also a surname. Geronimo (1829–1909), Chiricahua Apache leader who fought the United States Gerônimo (footballer) (born 1989), Brazilian footballer Geronimo (martyr) (1534–1569), Arab Christian martyr Gerónimo de Aguilar (1489–1531), Franciscan friar involved in the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire Geronimo Albertini, Catholic prelate and Bishop of Avellino e Frigento (1545–1548) Geronimo Allison (born 1994), American football player Gerónim. Rosemary is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 166K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Rosemary reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Rosemary

English

Rosemary is a feminine given name, a combination of the names Rose which is a flower that belongs to the Rose family, and from the name Mary which is the name of the Virgin Mary and means Strong, Fertile. It can also be used in reference to the herb named rosemary. Rosemary has been in steady use in the United States and has ranked among the top 1,000 for 110 years. It was ranked as the 754th most popular name for American girls born in 1992. Its greatest period of popularity in the United States was between 1925 and 1950, when it was ranked among the top 150 names for girls.

Surname: Geronimo

Spanish

Geronimo or Gerónimo is a masculine given name, the Italian and Spanish form of Jerome. Jerónimo is an alternative Spanish spelling of Gerónimo. It is also a surname. Geronimo (1829–1909), Chiricahua Apache leader who fought the United States Gerônimo (footballer) (born 1989), Brazilian footballer Geronimo (martyr) (1534–1569), Arab Christian martyr Gerónimo de Aguilar (1489–1531), Franciscan friar involved in the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire Geronimo Albertini, Catholic prelate and Bishop of Avellino e Frigento (1545–1548) Geronimo Allison (born 1994), American football player Gerónim.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Rosemary is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Rosemary by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Rosemary Geronimo

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Rosemary Geronimo:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Rosemary?
The first name Rosemary originates from English. Rosemary is a feminine given name, a combination of the names Rose which is a flower that belongs to the Rose family, and from the name Mary which is the name of the Virgin Mary and means Strong, Fertile. It can also be used in reference to the herb named rosemary. Rosemary has been in steady use in the United States and has ranked among the top 1,000 for 110 years. It was ranked as the 754th most popular name for American girls born in 1992. Its greatest period of popularity in the United States was between 1925 and 1950, when it was ranked among the top 150 names for girls.
When was Rosemary most popular?
The name Rosemary reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Geronimo?
The surname Geronimo originates from Spanish. Geronimo or Gerónimo is a masculine given name, the Italian and Spanish form of Jerome. Jerónimo is an alternative Spanish spelling of Gerónimo. It is also a surname. Geronimo (1829–1909), Chiricahua Apache leader who fought the United States Gerônimo (footballer) (born 1989), Brazilian footballer Geronimo (martyr) (1534–1569), Arab Christian martyr Gerónimo de Aguilar (1489–1531), Franciscan friar involved in the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire Geronimo Albertini, Catholic prelate and Bishop of Avellino e Frigento (1545–1548) Geronimo Allison (born 1994), American football player Gerónim.
What are the origins of the name Rosemary Geronimo?
The name Rosemary Geronimo combines two different traditions: the first name Rosemary has English roots, while the surname Geronimo originates from Spanish.
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