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Roe

♀ Girl

Pronounced ROH /ˈroʊ/High

Meaning: Variously an Irish surname (O Ruaidh, 'red-haired') and a short form of Rose ('a rose') or Rowena; routes layered; used for both sexesLow

In 30 seconds: Red-haired; a short form of Rose: Roe. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes.
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Origin LowIrish, Latin
MeaningVariously an Irish surname (O Ruaidh, 'red-haired') and a short form of Rose ('a rose') or Rowena; routes layered; used for both sexes
U.S. rank (2024)#9408 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births11 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 197

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202318902024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Roe comes variously from an Irish surname (O Ruaidh, 'red-haired') and a short form of Rose ('a rose') or Rowena (routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for a girl (slug distinguished; said 'ROH').

In the U.S. it appears as a short standalone name. Rare, a-short-name, and crisp.

Did you know? Roe is variously an Irish surname ('red-haired') and a short form of Rose/Rowena — a crisp, modern name used for both sexes (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'ROH').
Overall data confidence 28%
References — Roe — nickname/surname; unisex; routes layered

Variations

RoRhoRowe

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Roe mean?

Roe is variously an Irish surname ('red-haired') and a short form of Rose/Rowena; used for both sexes; here for a girl. The routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Roe?

It's said ROH /ˈroʊ/ — one syllable.

Is Roe a boy or girl name?

Roe is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a girl's name.

How popular is Roe?

Roe is a very rare name in the U.S.

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