Rahsaan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Rahsaan originates from Arabic, meaning 'compassionate' or 'merciful'. It has evolved through variations like Rashaan and Rashan. Rahsaan is often seen as a name reflecting traits of leadership and creativity, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in African American culture, and is currently perceived as a modern and unique name.
The name Rahsaan is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Rahsaan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Rahsaan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1200th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2729th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3944th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7388th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Rahsaan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rahsaan"
Pronunciation
/ræˈsɑːn/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Rahsaan is believed to derive from the Arabic root 'rah' which means 'to show mercy' or 'to be compassionate'. It may also be a variation of the name Rashaan, which is often associated with leadership and wisdom.
Meaning
compassionate, merciful
Language Evolution
Rashaan, Rashan, Rahsan
Historical Usage
The name Rahsaan gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly within African American communities, as a reflection of cultural identity and heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Rashaan, Rashan, Rahsan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rahsaan is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Rahsaan Patterson
📊 Rahsaan Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Rahsaan Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 116 peak births in 1973
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rahsaan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Rahsaan"
"Rahsaan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1200th of 10718 | 767 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2729th of 16616 | 357 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3944th of 24088 | 363 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7388th of 23106 | 127 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Rahsaan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
33.88% 995th/2937 |
18.37% 640th/3483 |
51.45% 1810th/3518 |
27.37% 1107th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
44.20% 1978th/4475 |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
55.42% 3501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
68.16% 3123rd/4582 |
64.60% 3336th/5164 |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
55.88% 4170th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rahsaan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rahsaan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rahsaan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.