Holding steady.
Popularity of Roshaunda since 1973
Babies named Roshaunda per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 39 |
| 1980s | 100 |
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Roshaunda is a modern American name that first entered the U.S. Social Security Administration records in 1973, reflecting the creative naming trends of the late 20th century. The name saw its peak usage in 1982, when it was given to a notable number of newborn girls, before experiencing a steady decline. Since then, usage has remained stable but infrequent, and the name has not ranked in the top 1000 since at least the 2000s. While precise numbers are not available for recent years, the trajectory indicates that Roshaunda has maintained a consistent but very low level of use, with no significant revival. Its formation aligns with the pattern of blending popular name elements, a hallmark of modern American naming innovation.
Roshaunda is a modern American name that emerged in the late 20th century. It appears to be a blend of the popular name element "Rose" or "Rosa" with the suffix "-shaunda," itself derived from names like Shauna or LaShaunda. This pattern of creating distinctive names by combining existing name parts or adding fashionable endings was common in African American naming practices during the 1970s and 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rosie, Shaunda, Ro
Sibling names for Roshaunda
Names that share Roshaunda's style, for a brother or sister.
