Rohan
Rohan is a Hindu boy name of Sanskrit; also Irish origin, meaning “Ascending, rising”.
| Meaning | Ascending, rising |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Sanskrit; also Irish |
| Written as | रोहन |
| Pronunciation | ROH-hun |
| Tradition | Hindu, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | India, United Kingdom, Australia, United States |
Meaning and origin of Rohan
In India, Rohan comes from the Sanskrit rohana, 'ascending' or 'growing upward', from the same root as Rohini. The same spelling is also used in Ireland as a form of Ruadhán ('little red one'), and English readers may know Rohan as a kingdom in Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. It is not an Arabic name. Its ease of pronunciation has made it popular in both India and the West.
Is Rohan a Hindu name?
Rohan is used by Hindu families with the sense of rising or spiritual growth; in the West it is a secular name without religious meaning.
How popular is Rohan?
Common in India and among Indian families abroad, and used in Britain and Australia too.
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Spellings and variants of Rohan
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rohan mean?
Rohan means 'Ascending, rising'. It is of Sanskrit; also Irish origin.
Is Rohan a Hindu name?
Rohan is used by Hindu families with the sense of rising or spiritual growth; in the West it is a secular name without religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Rohan?
Rohan is pronounced ROH-hun.
Is Rohan a boy or girl name?
Rohan is usually a boy name.