Roshawn
Meaning of Roshawn
Roshawn, a unisex name pronounced roh-SHAWN (/roʊˈʃɒn/), exemplifies modern naming creativity as a blend of the prefix Ro- and the familiar Shawn. Although born in the context of late 20th-century American naming patterns, its phonetic likeness to the Persian word roshān, meaning “bright” or “luminous,” imparts an unexpected cultural resonance. Since its emergence in the late 1960s, Roshawn has maintained a discreet but persistent presence on U.S. birth registers—never elbowing its way into the top 100, but hovering between ranks 600 and 700 at its peak in the 1980s and early 1990s, before settling into the 900s by 2023. This slow ebb and flow of popularity, reminiscent of a single lantern’s glow on a foggy evening, suggests a name that appeals with quiet confidence rather than loud assertion. For parents seeking a balanced choice that combines a touch of international flair with grounded familiarity, Roshawn offers a luminous yet understated option.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as roh-SHAWN (/roʊˈʃɒn/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Roshawn
| Roshawn Clarke - |
| Roshawn Franklin - |
