Rosanne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Rosanne originates from a combination of Latin and Hebrew roots, meaning 'graceful rose'. It evolved from historical forms like Rose and Rosanna, reflecting traits of beauty and grace. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Its popularity surged in the 20th century, and it is viewed positively in modern times, associated with notable figures such as Rosanne Barr and Rosanne Cash.
The name Rosanne is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers 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, Rosanne 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, 'Rosanne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1866th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 663rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 425th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 950th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2035th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9892nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10696th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Rosanne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rosanne"
Pronunciation
/roʊˈzæn/
Origin
Latin and Hebrew
Etymology
The name Rosanne is derived from the Latin word 'rosa', meaning 'rose', combined with the Hebrew name 'Hannah', which means 'grace'. Therefore, it can be interpreted as 'graceful rose'.
Meaning
graceful rose
Language Evolution
Rose, Rosanna, Rosanne
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, partly due to its melodic sound and the popularity of names combining elements like 'rose' and 'grace'.
Variants & Derivatives
Rosanna, Roseanne, Rosa, Anne
Modern Popularity & Image
Rosanne is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with femininity and grace. It maintains a level of popularity while also enjoying a vintage charm.
Famous People
Rosanne Barr, Rosanne Cash
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rosanne"
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 "Rosanne"
"Rosanne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1866th of 9107 | 356 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 663rd of 9204 | 2,089 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 425th of 12526 | 8,899 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 950th of 19264 | 2,156 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2035th of 27321 | 973 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9892nd of 35406 | 161 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10696th of 30306 | 106 |
Regional Popularity of "Rosanne" 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 "Rosanne" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
86.51% 1225th/1416 |
66.57% 918th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
33.18% 513th/1546 |
23.65% 368th/1556 |
93.63% 2203rd/2353 |
48.80% 755th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
16.97% 378th/2227 |
10.82% 263rd/2430 |
34.14% 974th/2853 |
19.14% 531st/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
32.92% 967th/2937 |
17.80% 620th/3483 |
43.23% 1521st/3518 |
23.66% 957th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
59.78% 2203rd/3685 |
37.88% 1695th/4475 |
46.28% 2404th/5194 |
28.97% 1830th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
- | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
- | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Rosanne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rosanne" 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.