A 1980s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Rosanna since 1880
Babies named Rosanna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 162 |
| 1890s | 226 |
| 1900s | 235 |
| 1910s | 619 |
| 1920s | 869 |
| 1930s | 584 |
| 1940s | 707 |
| 1950s | 1,851 |
| 1960s | 1,713 |
| 1970s | 1,902 |
| 1980s | 3,210 |
| 1990s | 989 |
| 2000s | 568 |
| 2010s | 593 |
| 2020s | 408 |
Meaning & origin
Rosanna is a compound of Rosa and Anna, names that have long been favorites in Italian-speaking communities. It saw its peak popularity in 1983, when it ranked higher than its current position of 2895. The name's trajectory has been rising since 2008, suggesting a renewed interest. Historically, it has been most common in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York, reflecting its Italian-American roots. With a current 1-in-27,712 birth rate, Rosanna remains a distinctive choice that carries a traditional yet melodic sound.
Rosanna is a blend of the names Rosa and Anna. Rosa derives from Latin 'rosa' meaning 'rose', while Anna comes from Hebrew 'ḥannāh' meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. The combination became popular in Italy and later across English-speaking countries.
Where Rosanna is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Rosanna” around the world
Where Rosanna lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Ireland
5
babies in 2025
Quebec
8
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rosie, Anna, Rose
Sibling names for Rosanna
Names that share Rosanna's style, for a brother or sister.
