Roseanna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Roseanna has its origins in Latin, combining the word for 'rose' with a diminutive suffix denoting grace. It has evolved through several forms and is characterized by its floral and graceful connotations. Although there is no direct biblical relevance, it has gained popularity since the 19th century and is viewed positively in modern times. Notable people with this name include Roseanna Arquette and Roseanna M. White.
The name Roseanna is most popular in California, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Roseanna 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, 'Roseanna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1332nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1374th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1133rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1627th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1664th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5347th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5159th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Roseanna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Roseanna"
Pronunciation
/roʊˈzænə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Roseanna is a combination of the Latin word 'rosa', meaning 'rose', and the diminutive suffix '-anna', which is derived from the Hebrew name 'Hannah', meaning 'grace'.
Meaning
rose; gracious
Language Evolution
Rosa, Rose, Roseanne, Roseanna
Historical Usage
Roseanna gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a blend of the names Rose and Anna.
Variants & Derivatives
Rose, Roseanne, Rosie, Rosa
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Roseanna is perceived as a classic and feminine name, often associated with beauty and grace due to its floral roots.
Famous People
Roseanna Arquette, Roseanna M. White
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Roseanna"
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 "Roseanna"
"Roseanna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1332nd of 9107 | 605 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1374th of 9204 | 577 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1133rd of 12526 | 1,575 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1627th of 19264 | 958 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1664th of 27321 | 1,328 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5347th of 35406 | 378 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5159th of 30306 | 306 |
Regional Popularity of "Roseanna" 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 "Roseanna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
75.85% 1074th/1416 |
53.30% 735th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
80.60% 1246th/1546 |
47.88% 745th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
47.42% 1056th/2227 |
36.83% 895th/2430 |
50.02% 1427th/2853 |
37.12% 1030th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.64% 1781st/2937 |
45.42% 1582nd/3483 |
71.29% 2508th/3518 |
31.53% 1275th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
50.28% 1853rd/3685 |
46.26% 2070th/4475 |
38.79% 2015th/5194 |
21.94% 1386th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
74.90% 3868th/5164 |
- |
69.06% 5154th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
87.74% 3937th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Roseanna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Roseanna" 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.