Roshan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Roshan is a name of Persian origin meaning 'bright' or 'radiant'. It has evolved from various historical forms in Persian and related languages. The name is associated with positive traits and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity through cultural influences and is viewed favorably in modern contexts.
The name Roshan is most popular in California, 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, Roshan 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, 'Roshan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4449th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2642nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2211th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3203rd out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9136th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13590th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 35406th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 25294th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Roshan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Roshan"
Pronunciation
/roʊˈʃɑːn/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Roshan comes from the Persian word 'روشن' which means 'bright' or 'radiant'. It is often used in various cultures influenced by Persian language and literature.
Meaning
bright, radiant
Language Evolution
Persian: روشن (Roshan), Sanskrit: रोशन (Rośana), Arabic: روشن (Rawshan)
Historical Usage
The name Roshan has been used in Persian-speaking cultures for centuries and has gained popularity in various South Asian countries due to cultural exchanges.
Variants & Derivatives
Rosh, Roshanak, Roshanara
Modern Popularity & Image
Roshan is seen as a modern and elegant name, often associated with brightness and positivity. It is appreciated in various cultures, especially in South Asia.
Famous People
Roshan Seth, an Indian actor known for his work in British cinema., Roshan Mistry, a renowned Indian artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Roshan"
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 "Roshan"
"Roshan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4449th of 10718 | 86 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2642nd of 16616 | 372 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2211th of 24088 | 866 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3203rd of 23106 | 433 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9136th of 19264 | 57 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13590th of 27321 | 51 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 35406th of 35406 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 25294th of 30306 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Roshan" 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) |
- |
53.89% 1877th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
54.38% 2004th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
59.30% 3080th/5194 |
38.17% 2411th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
45.77% 2097th/4582 |
29.12% 1504th/5164 |
35.74% 2614th/7313 |
22.97% 1714th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
62.96% 2825th/4487 |
57.64% 3932nd/6822 |
33.83% 2123rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Roshan" 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 "Roshan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Roshan" 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.