Rouse

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Pronounced ROWZ /ˈraʊz/Medium

Meaning: From the English/French surname Rouse, a nickname surname from the Old French rous ('red; red-haired'). Carried into first-name use; used here for a girl though it leans boy.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp surname-name: Rouse means 'red-haired' from Old French (said 'ROWZ'). Often a boy's - we note the lean.

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Origin LowEnglish, French

MeaningFrom the English/French surname Rouse, a nickname surname from the Old French rous ('red; red-haired'). Carried into first-name use; used here for a girl though it leans boy.

U.S. rank (2025)#10752 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births9 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 52

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Rouse comes from a nickname surname meaning 'red-haired' (Old French rous), turned given name. As a girl's name it is very rare and reads crisp; it leans boy, which we note (said 'ROWZ').

For girls it appears only rarely, against boys' and surname use. Rare, surname-style, and crisp.

Did you know? Rouse is an English and French surname from the Old French rous ('red; red-haired') - a one-syllable surname name used here for a girl, though it leans boy, which we note (said 'ROWZ').

Overall data confidence 42%

References - Rouse — English/French surname 'red-haired'; cross-sex, boy-leaning

Variations

RousRowseRoss

Nicknames

RouRozy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Rouse mean?

Rouse is an English/French surname from the Old French rous ('red; red-haired').

How do you pronounce Rouse?

It's said ROWZ /ˈraʊz/ - one syllable, rhyming with 'rows.'

Is Rouse a boy or girl name?

Rouse is used for both, but more often for boys - we note the lean.

How popular is Rouse?

Rouse is rare for girls in the U.S. and more common for boys.