Rohan
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Ascending, healing; red-haired
Origin: Sanskrit/Irish
Popularity: Ranked #812 in 2025 with 306 babies born.
History: In Sanskrit it means ascending or healing. In Irish, it derives from 'ruadh' meaning red-haired. Tolkien's kingdom of Rohan in 'The Lord of the Rings' gives it fantasy associations. It is popular in both Indian and Western cultures.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Rohan? About 1 in 10,877 babies born in 2025 were named Rohan, or roughly 0.8 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Rohan
What does the name Rohan mean?
Rohan means “Ascending, healing; red-haired” from Sanskrit/Irish roots.
What is the origin of the name Rohan?
Rohan has Sanskrit/Irish origin. The traditional meaning is “Ascending, healing; red-haired”.
How popular is Rohan?
Rohan ranked #810 in 2025 — given to 306 babies that year.
When was Rohan most popular?
Rohan peaked in 2004 with 522 babies registered that year.
Is Rohan a boy or girl name?
Rohan is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Rohans in registered births are male.
Is the name Rohan rising or falling in popularity?
Rohan has risen 10490 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #11300 in 2020 to #810 in 2025.
How long has Rohan been recorded?
Rohan appears in birth records across 56 years — from 1969 through 2025.