Meaning & Origin
A surname.
Rosario is a girl's and boy's baby name of Spanish and Italian origin, meaning 'rosary' or 'rose garden' — from the Latin rosarium. It is a deeply Catholic name tied to the Rosary prayer and Our Lady of the Rosary, the Virgin Mary venerated through this form of contemplative prayer.
With over 10,000 recorded births in U.S. SSA data, Rosario has substantial roots in American naming, particularly within Hispanic communities. Actress Rosario Dawson has given the name contemporary visibility and a strong, confident presence. Its combination of floral beauty and Catholic devotion makes it a name with genuine spiritual and cultural depth.