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Rosanna

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Pronounced roh-ZAN-uh /roʊˈzæn.ə/High

Meaning: rose combined with grace, gracious roseHigh

In 30 seconds: Rosanna is a romantic blend of Rose (Latin, flower) and Anna (Hebrew, grace), meaning gracious rose. It has a lyrical three-syllable sound and a warmly vintage feel.
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Origin HighLatin, Hebrew
Meaningrose combined with grace, gracious rose
U.S. rank (2024)#2259 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births83 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1982
Total births (all-time)≈ 14,571

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198218802024

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

History & Origin

Rosanna is a combination of Rosa (from Latin rosa, the flower) and Anna (from Hebrew Hannah meaning grace or favor). Compound names blending floral and grace elements were popular in medieval Italian and Spanish naming traditions.

Rosanna has been used across Romance-language countries for centuries. In the English-speaking world, the 1982 Toto song boosted its profile. It remains a romantic choice for parents seeking an alternative to Rose or Anna.

Did you know? The rock band Toto's 1982 hit Rosanna was written for actress Rosanna Arquette and won four Grammy Awards including Record of the Year — helping cement the name in pop-music history.
Overall data confidence 85%
Hanks & Hodges, Dictionary of First Names — reference for RosannaBehind the Name: Rosanna — name etymology referenceOxford Dictionary of First Names — reference for Rosanna

Variations

RoseannaRosanaRosanneRoseanne

Nicknames

RosRosieAnna

Famous Bearers

  • ★Rosanna Arquette (1959–present)
    American actress who co-starred with Madonna in Desperately Seeking Susan (1985), winning a BAFTA for the role.

If you like Rosanna…

Roseanne— variant spelling of same name
Rosalie— similar Rose-compound with three syllables
Adriana— three-syllable Italian classic with similar end sound
Susanna— Hebrew-Latin compound of similar vintage and structure
Joanna— Hebrew compound name with same -anna ending

Frequently Asked

What does Rosanna mean?

Rosanna means gracious rose, combining Rosa (rose, from Latin) and Anna (grace, from Hebrew).

How do you pronounce Rosanna?

Rosanna is pronounced roh-ZAN-uh (/roʊˈzæn.ə/), with three syllables.

Is Rosanna a girl's name?

Yes, Rosanna is an exclusively feminine name.

How popular is the name Rosanna?

Rosanna has been used across Romance-language countries for centuries and was boosted in the 1980s by Toto's famous song.