Holding steady.
Popularity of Roshaun since 1966
Babies named Roshaun per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | 0 |
| 1970s | 23 | 48 |
| 1980s | 22 | 103 |
| 1990s | 5 | 59 |
| 2000s | 0 | 138 |
| 2010s | 0 | 49 |
| 2020s | 0 | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Roshaun is a distinctive modern name first recorded in the United States in 1973, placing it among the late 20th-century coinages that blend popular phonetic elements. It reached its peak popularity in 1981, a year that marks its highest usage in Social Security data, though it never entered the national top 1,000. Since the 1980s, its trajectory has been stable, appearing at low but consistent frequency. While it carries no established meaning or etymological roots in classical languages, its similarity to names like Shawn gives it a familiar, melodic quality. Roshaun remains a rare choice, appealing to parents seeking a unique name with a modern flair.
Roshaun is a modern American coinage that emerged in the late 20th century, first recorded in 1973. It likely blends elements from names such as Rose and Shawn, or may be a variant of Rashawn, a name itself derived from the combination of Ra and Shawn. Its use has been sporadic, with a peak in 1981 and a stable trajectory since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rosha, Shaun
Sibling names for Roshaun
Names that share Roshaun's style, for a brother or sister.
