Roshaun

“dawn”

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 88% boys♀ 12% girls

#1408US 2023

792Births / yr

→Stable

457All-time births

📅 Since 196600

What does Roshaun mean and where does it come from?

Roshaun is a name that appears to be a variation or a blend involving elements like ‘Ro’, resembling 'Rose', and ‘shaun’, which can allude to 'Sean' meaning 'gift from God' in Gaelic. This unique name reflects modern trends that encourage creative adaptations in naming. Although it may not be widely

Cultural significance

Roshaun has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of dawn.

Peak popularity

Reached #5770 in 1980 — currently #1408 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Roshaun?

Roshaun works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Roshaun Grace

How popular is Roshaun right now?

Holding steady — currently #1408 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#1408 · Top 1.0%

1980

1995

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1408	792	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1413	772	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1418	742	▲ up 12513 · +14740% births
1995	#13931	5	▼ down 8161 · -58% births
1980	#5770	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Roshaun

Best Year2023Rank #1408

Peak Count792

Average Rank#4788

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1980 - 20235 years

The story of Roshaun

Roshaun is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1966. With 457 total births recorded, Roshaun remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5770 in 1980 to #1408 in 2023. Roshaun is used for both genders: 12% female and 88% male.

Names that peaked alongside Roshaun in 1980:

Jennifer Amanda Jessica Melissa Sarah

Roshaun by decade

Roshaun peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1970s	71
1980s	125
1990s	64
2000s ★	138
2010s	49
2020s	5

💎Roshaun has only 457 total recorded births since 1966 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Roshaun?

Common

RosRoOshaun

What names sound and feel like Roshaun?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Roshaun also consider these

Roshun

American · Flowing, as a

Joshaun

American · A modern variation

Oshaun

American · A variation of

Roshawn

American · a blend of

Roshaud

France · Derived from 'Roch'

Ryshaun

American · A modern variation

Rashaun

American · derived from the

Reshaun

American · French

Common questions about the name Roshaun

What does the name Roshaun mean?

Roshaun means "dawn" — a name rooted in American 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 Roshaun?

Roshaun 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 Roshaun?

Roshaun originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Roshaun a common or rare name?

Roshaun is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

Is Roshaun more of a girl or boy name?

Roshaun is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.