Holding steady.
Popularity of Raushanah since 1976
Babies named Raushanah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 98 |
| 1980s | 66 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Raushanah is an extremely rare feminine name of Arabic origin, meaning 'light' or 'brightness.' It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1976, reaching its peak in 1977, but never achieving widespread popularity. As of 2025, it remains stable but virtually unused, with no current rank and an estimated one-in-N figure too low to calculate (fewer than 5 annual births). The name has no top states of usage, reflecting its scarcity across the country. For parents seeking a distinctive name rooted in Arabic and Persian heritage, Raushanah offers a luminous meaning and a unique sound, though it may require frequent spelling and pronunciation clarification.
Raushanah (also spelled Roushanah or Rushanah) is a feminine name of Arabic origin, derived from the root 'r-sh-n' meaning 'light' or 'brightness.' It is a variant of the Persian name Roushan (or Roshan), which carries the same connotation of illumination. The name is occasionally used in Muslim communities, particularly in South Asia, though it remains rare in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Roushi, Rosie, Anah, Rana
Variants: Roushanah, Rushanah, Roshanah, Raushana
Sibling names for Raushanah
Names that share Raushanah's style, for a brother or sister.
