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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Ascending, rising
- Origin
- Sanskrit (also a French/Breton surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ROH-hahn
Rohan is a boy's name of Sanskrit origin meaning "ascending" or "rising," and it also exists as a French and Breton surname. It's pronounced ROH-hahn, and it has a worldly, modern feel that works across cultures.
Meaning & Origin of Rohan
Meaning: Ascending, rising.
Origin: Sanskrit (also a French/Breton surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Rohan
ROH-hahnIPA /ˈroʊhɑːn/
Popularity of Rohan
Rohan has been in the U.S. Social Security rankings since 1969, peaking at #480 in 2004 with 522 babies. By 2024 it had slipped to #840 with 291 babies, so it's still in regular use but far less common than it was at its height.
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FAQ
What does the name Rohan mean?
Ascending, rising. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Rohan?
Rohan is pronounced ROH-hahn (IPA: /ˈroʊhɑːn/).
Is Rohan a popular name right now?
Rohan peaked at #480 in 2004 and is ranked #840 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1969–2024.)
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