Holding steady.
Popularity of Rosann since 1914
Babies named Rosann per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1952, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Rosann's real moment was 1943.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 21 |
| 1920s | 108 |
| 1930s | 296 |
| 1940s | 728 |
| 1950s | 929 |
| 1960s | 473 |
| 1970s | 179 |
| 1980s | 136 |
| 1990s | 20 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 7 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rosann is a compound name formed from Rose and Ann, two classic names with Latin and Hebrew origins respectively. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1914 and reached its peak popularity in 1943, a time when similar blended names like Rosanne and Roseann were also fashionable. The name has since become less common; in the latest year (2025), it did not rank among the top 1000 names for any state. While its trajectory has been stable in recent decades, it retains a vintage charm. Rosann exemplifies the mid-20th century trend of combining familiar family names to create something new.
Rosann is a compound name formed from Rose (derived from Latin 'rosa', meaning 'rose') and Ann (from Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'). It emerged as a variant of Rosanne in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name was most popular in the 1940s but has since declined in use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rosie, Rose, Ann, Ro
Sibling names for Rosann
Names that share Rosann's style, for a brother or sister.
