Rosario
Rosario is a Christian girl name of Latin, via Spanish origin, meaning “Rosary”.
| Meaning | Rosary |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | roh-SAH-ryoh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Argentina, Philippines |
Meaning and origin of Rosario
Rosario is the Spanish and Italian word for 'rosary', from Latin rosarium, 'rose garden'. As a name it honours Nuestra Señora del Rosario, Our Lady of the Rosary, whose feast on 7 October commemorates the 1571 victory at Lepanto. In Spanish it is mostly a girl's name, often shortened to Charo or Chayo, while in Italy it is mainly given to boys. The Argentine city of Rosario is named after the same devotion.
Is Rosario a Christian name?
Rosario is a strongly Catholic Marian name linked to the prayer of the rosary. It is traditional in Spain, Latin America and the Philippines.
How popular is Rosario?
A traditional name, more common among older generations of women.
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Spellings and variants of Rosario
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rosario mean?
Rosario means 'Rosary'. It is of Latin, via Spanish origin.
Is Rosario a Christian name?
Rosario is a strongly Catholic Marian name linked to the prayer of the rosary. It is traditional in Spain, Latin America and the Philippines.
How do you pronounce Rosario?
Rosario is pronounced roh-SAH-ryoh.
Is Rosario a boy or girl name?
Rosario is usually a girl name.