“The name Rosanna has Italian origins and combines 'Rosa', meaning rose, and 'Anna', meaning grace”
Italian origin · Unisex name
♂ 0% boys♀ 100% girls
#1802US 2023
398Births / yr
→Stable
14.2kAll-time births
📅 Since 188000.03% of births at peak
How to pronounce Rosanna
roh·ZAN·uh
/roʊ.ˈzæn.ə/ · stress on ZAN · 3 syllables
“The name Rosanna has Italian origins and combines 'Rosa', meaning rose, and 'Anna', meaning grace”
Italian origin · Unisex name
What does Rosanna mean and where does it come from?
The name Rosanna has Italian origins and combines 'Rosa', meaning rose, and 'Anna', meaning grace. It is used widely in various cultures, especially in Italy and English-speaking countries. Rosanna has been popular in literature, film, and music, with notable figures such as singer Rosanna Arquette
Cultural significance
Rosanna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Italian-speaking communities, where it reflects values of italian.
Holding steady — currently #1802 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1880–2023#1802 · Top 1.3%
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Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#1802
398
▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022
#1807
378
▲ up 5 · +9% births
2021
#1812
348
▲ up 949 · +490% births
2020
#2761
59
▼ down 117 · -12% births
2015
#2644
67
▲ up 765 · +43% births
2010
#3409
47
▼ down 544 · -18% births
2005
#2865
57
▼ down 159 · +6% births
2000
#2706
54
▼ down 1036 · -39% births
1995
#1670
88
▼ down 458 · -37% births
1990
#1212
139
▼ down 655 · -61% births
1985
#557
355
▲ up 245 · +76% births
1980
#802
202
▼ down 34 · +10% births
1975
#768
184
▲ up 3 · -1% births
1970
#771
185
▼ down 48 · -2% births
1965
#723
189
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Rosanna
1985Rank #557
398
#1328
↘Falling
1900 - 202328 years
The story of Rosanna
Rosanna has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. A total of 14,247 babies have received this name. Once ranked #729 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #1802 in 2023. Rosanna is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Rosanna means "Italian" — a name rooted in Italian tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Rosanna?
Rosanna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Rosanna?
Rosanna originates from Italian tradition. Italian names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Rosanna?
Rosanna is a three-syllable name pronounced R OW0 Z AE1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Rosanna?
Rosanna pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Italian heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Rosanna
For a sister
Rosanna & Antonio♡
Rosanna & Dante♡
Rosanna & Viviana♡
Rosanna & Gerardina♡
For a brother
Rosanna & Antonio♡
Rosanna & Dante♡
Rosanna & Viviana♡
Rosanna & Mondo♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2023
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#1802
🇬🇧 UK
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🇨🇦 Canada
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