Rohaan
Rohaan is a Muslim boy name of Arabic / Urdu origin, meaning “Spiritual, of the soul”.
| Meaning | Spiritual, of the soul |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic / Urdu |
| Written as | روحان |
| Pronunciation | roo-HAAN |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Rohaan
Rohaan, written روحان, is a well-liked name in Pakistan, usually traced to the Arabic word ruh, meaning soul or spirit, which gives it the sense of 'spiritual'. Urdu speakers tend to turn the long 'u' of Ruhan into an 'o', and that shift produced Rohaan. It sounds close to the Sanskrit name Rohan, but the two have different origins and spellings. Muslim parents generally pick it for its connection to ruh.
Is Rohaan a Muslim name?
Rohaan is used by Muslim families, mainly in Pakistan, as a name drawn from ruh, the soul; the root appears in the Quran: 'They ask you about the soul (al-rūḥ). Say: the soul is from the affair of my Lord' (Quran 17:85).
How popular is Rohaan?
Muslim parents in Pakistan and in the British Pakistani community are its main fans.
Gifts with the name Rohaan
- Rohaan name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Rohaan baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Rohaan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rohaan mean?
Rohaan means 'Spiritual, of the soul'. It is of Arabic / Urdu origin.
Is Rohaan a Muslim name?
Rohaan is used by Muslim families, mainly in Pakistan, as a name drawn from ruh, the soul; the root appears in the Quran: 'They ask you about the soul (al-rūḥ). Say: the soul is from the affair of my Lord' (Quran 17:85).
How do you pronounce Rohaan?
Rohaan is pronounced roo-HAAN.
Is Rohaan a boy or girl name?
Rohaan is usually a boy name.