Holding steady.
Popularity of Roanne since 1936
Babies named Roanne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 13 |
| 1940s | 82 |
| 1950s | 138 |
| 1960s | 82 |
| 1970s | 44 |
| 1980s | 16 |
| 1990s | 21 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Roanne saw its highest usage in the early 1950s, peaking in 1953, and has since become a quiet presence in American naming. Its first recorded year in U.S. data is 1936, and it has remained relatively stable but low in usage. The name bears a straightforward sound that fits well with mid-century Irish favorites. Though never a common choice, Roanne offers a distinctive alternative to more popular names like Rose or Rowan, with a clear pronunciation and a gentle, vintage feel.
Roanne is likely a variant of the Irish name Róisín, a diminutive of Róis, which itself is a Gaelic form of Rose. The French city Roanne may also have influenced usage, though the name's popularity in mid-20th century Ireland and among Irish diaspora suggests the Irish derivation is primary. It can also be seen as a feminine form of Rowan, which has Irish and Scottish roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ro, Annie, Rory
Sibling names for Roanne
Names that share Roanne's style, for a brother or sister.
