Rohan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rohan is a name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'ascending' or 'to rise'. It has evolved from its ancient roots in Sanskrit and has been adapted in various languages. The name conveys traits of growth and positivity. It has no biblical relevance but has gained popularity in modern times, influenced by literature and media. Notable people with this name include athletes and actors.
The name Rohan is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Rohan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling 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, 'Rohan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3927th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1301st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 584th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 737th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 26979th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rohan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rohan"
Pronunciation
/ˈroʊhæn/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Rohan is derived from the Sanskrit word 'rohana', which means 'ascending' or 'to rise'. It is also associated with the name of the fictional realm in J.R.R. Tolkien's 'The Lord of the Rings'.
Meaning
Ascending, to rise
Language Evolution
Sanskrit: रोहन (Rohana), Classical Sanskrit, Modern usage in various languages
Historical Usage
The name Rohan has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the late 20th century, partly due to the influence of literature and media.
Variants & Derivatives
Rohin, Rohun, Rohann
Modern Popularity & Image
Rohan is perceived as a strong and positive name, often associated with qualities of growth and elevation. It is popular in various cultures, especially in India and among fans of fantasy literature.
Famous People
Rohan Bopanna, Indian professional tennis player, Rohan Gavaskar, former Indian cricketer, Rohan Mehra, Indian actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rohan"
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 "Rohan"
"Rohan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3927th of 10718 | 111 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1301st of 16616 | 1,074 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 584th of 24088 | 6,540 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 737th of 23106 | 4,071 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 26979th of 35406 | 16 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18286th of 30306 | 33 |
Regional Popularity of "Rohan" 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) |
- |
44.50% 1550th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
40.05% 1476th/3685 |
16.02% 717th/4475 |
28.59% 1485th/5194 |
22.18% 1401st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
13.86% 635th/4582 |
6.70% 346th/5164 |
10.00% 731st/7313 |
7.21% 538th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
20.78% 828th/3984 |
12.44% 558th/4487 |
12.49% 852nd/6822 |
10.33% 648th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Rohan" 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 "Rohan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rohan" 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.