Rosanna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rosanna is an Italian name that combines the meanings of 'rose' and 'grace'. It evolved from the names Rosa and Anna, retaining its charm over time. The name has biblical relevance through the name Anna, though it is not directly mentioned in religious texts. Rosanna has historical roots in the 19th century and is currently viewed as a classic name associated with elegance and beauty, with notable figures bearing the name.
The name Rosanna is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Rosanna has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Rosanna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 784th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 945th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 779th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 768th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 812th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2720th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2661st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rosanna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rosanna"
Pronunciation
/roʊˈzænə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Rosanna is derived from the combination of the Italian name 'Rosa', meaning 'rose', and 'Anna', which is a Hebrew name meaning 'grace'.
Meaning
rose, grace
Language Evolution
Rosa, Anna, Rosanna
Historical Usage
The name Rosanna gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Italy and among Italian immigrants in other countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Rosa, Anna, Roseanne, Rosie
Modern Popularity & Image
Rosanna is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with beauty and grace.
Famous People
Rosanna Arquette, Rosanna Davison, Rosanna Pansino
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rosanna"
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 "Rosanna"
"Rosanna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 784th of 9107 | 1,541 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 945th of 9204 | 1,081 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 779th of 12526 | 3,046 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 768th of 19264 | 2,995 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 812th of 27321 | 3,754 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2720th of 35406 | 959 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2661st of 30306 | 788 |
Regional Popularity of "Rosanna" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Rosanna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
47.39% 671st/1416 |
36.84% 508th/1379 |
60.02% 1420th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
51.29% 793rd/1546 |
41.97% 653rd/1556 |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
88.17% 1364th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
34.17% 761st/2227 |
26.38% 641st/2430 |
35.19% 1004th/2853 |
23.42% 650th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
28.77% 845th/2937 |
16.62% 579th/3483 |
31.47% 1107th/3518 |
16.72% 676th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
25.13% 926th/3685 |
14.77% 661st/4475 |
18.66% 969th/5194 |
10.62% 671st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.70% 1865th/4582 |
26.82% 1385th/5164 |
73.68% 5388th/7313 |
47.59% 3552nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.69% 1940th/3984 |
32.65% 1465th/4487 |
67.80% 4625th/6822 |
57.27% 3594th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rosanna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rosanna" 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.