Rosanne
Rosanne is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Favored rose, or a combination of Rose and Anne.
Origin and history
Rosanne is a compound name combining Rose, from the Latin word for the flower, and Anne, derived from the Hebrew name Hannah meaning favor or grace. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century in the United States as a classic blend of two traditional feminine names. Although its usage has declined in recent years, it remains a recognizable classic.
Popularity in the United States
14,747 babies in the United States have been named Rosanne since 1880. It ranks #1290 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2041.
States where it is most popular
- NY (26.7 %)
- PA (10.9 %)
- CA (9.8 %)
- IL (7.3 %)
- NJ (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 12 |
| 1910-1920 | 106 |
| 1920-1930 | 329 |
| 1930-1940 | 792 |
| 1940-1950 | 2,562 |
| 1950-1960 | 5,883 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,661 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,073 |
| 1980-1990 | 916 |
| 1990-2000 | 179 |
| 2000-2010 | 94 |
| 2010-2019 | 80 |
| 2020-2029 | 60 |
Famous people named Rosanne
- Rosanne Cash: singer, songwriter
Nicknames
Rose, Rosie, Annie, Ann
Fun facts
- Rosanne is part of a popular trend of combining classic feminine names like Rose and Anne into a single smooth given name.
- The name saw its highest popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century.