Find out how popular the first name Rosemond has been for the last 16 years (from 1980 to 1995) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Rosemond by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Rosemond is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 62% of people named Rosemond being male.

For the most recent data in 1995, there were 8 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Rosemond.

The history of the first name Rosemond

The name Rosemond is of English origin and is a combination of the words "rose" and "mund," which means "protection" or "protector" in Old English. It first appeared in the 12th century as a surname for someone who lived near a rose garden or someone who cultivated roses.

In the 13th century, the name Rosemond began to be used as a given name for both boys and girls. It was particularly popular among the nobility and upper classes during this time. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rosemond was in the Domesday Book of 1086, where a landowner named Rosemond is mentioned.

During the Middle Ages, the name Rosemond was sometimes associated with the Virgin Mary, who was often depicted with roses as a symbol of her purity and beauty. In some religious texts, the name was also linked to the idea of spiritual protection and guidance.

One of the most notable historical figures with the name Rosemond was Rosemond of Arles (c. 1008 - c. 1076), a French noblewoman and the wife of Count William III of Toulouse. She played a significant role in the political and religious affairs of her time and was known for her piety and charitable works.

Another famous Rosemond was Rosemond de Piis (c. 1390 - c. 1450), a French mystic and alleged visionary who claimed to have received divine revelations. Her writings and teachings gained a following during her lifetime and influenced some religious movements of the time.

In the 16th century, Rosemond de Rohan (1539 - 1586) was a French noblewoman and courtier who served as a lady-in-waiting to Queen Catherine de' Medici. She was known for her intelligence and political acumen and played a role in the French Wars of Religion.

During the 17th century, Rosemond de Courtanvaux (1634 - 1708) was a French noblewoman and courtier who served as a lady-in-waiting to Queen Marie-Thérèse of France. She was known for her wit and charm and was a prominent figure in the court of King Louis XIV.

In the 18th century, Rosemond Pinchard (1774 - 1853) was a French painter and engraver who gained recognition for her portraits and historical scenes. She was one of the few female artists of her time to achieve significant success and recognition.

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