Holding steady, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Rossana since 1954
Babies named Rossana per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 132 |
| 1960s | 225 |
| 1970s | 176 |
| 1980s | 171 |
| 1990s | 98 |
| 2000s | 72 |
| 2010s | 13 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Rossana is a rare Italian and Spanish name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1954. Its peak popularity came in 1956, though even then it was uncommon. In 2025, it ranked 14,942, with about 1 in 321,453 births. The name has remained remarkably stable in its rarity, never experiencing a revival. Its uncertain etymology, blending Rosa and Anna or relating to Roxana, gives it a melodic, romantic quality. Rossana has no strong regional ties in the U.S., as it never achieved enough use to register in top state lists. Parents today might choose it for its distinctive sound and European flair.
Rossana is primarily an Italian and Spanish name, likely formed by blending Rosa, meaning 'rose,' with Anna, meaning 'grace,' or as a variant of Roxana, derived from Persian Roshanak meaning 'dawn' or 'bright.' It has been used in Italy and Spanish-speaking countries since the mid-20th century, though it remains relatively uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rossa, Rosi, Ana, Roxy
Sibling names for Rossana
Names that share Rossana's style, for a brother or sister.
