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Roshan is a name suitable for both men and women, originating from Persian. It translates into German as 'the light', 'the daylight', or 'the brightness' and can also be interpreted as 'the shining one'. The name traces back to the Old Persian word roshan (روشن), which means 'the light'.
What does the name Roshan mean?
Roshan is a gender-neutral first name of Persian origin, which translates in German to 'the light', 'the daylight', and 'the brightness'. Alternatively, it can also be understood as 'the shining one'. The name derives from the Old Persian word roshan (روشن), which means 'the light'. Other variants include Rozan and Rozhan.
Where does the name Roshan come from?
The etymology of Roshan points to an Old Persian first name meaning 'the light'. The Old Persian word roshan consists of elements for 'the light' and 'the brightness'. These language elements are also found in Hindi, Indian, Marathi, Nepali, and Persian.
How do you pronounce Roshan?
Roshan is pronounced like 'Roschan'.
Popularity
In Germany, Roshan is a rather rare first name. The name currently ranks 5,840th in the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2011, reaching 1,564th place. In the last ten years, Roshan has been given as a first name about 40 times, placing it 4,092nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,390th.
Famous people
- Khan Roshan Khan (historian from Pakistan)
- Roshan Khan (squash player from Pakistan)
- Roshan Ranawana (Sinhalese actor)
- Roshan Sebastian (singer from India)
- Roshan Seth (theater actor from the United Kingdom)
- Roshan Taqui (Indian historian)
Frequently asked questions about the name Roshan
What is the origin of the name Roshan?
Roshan has its roots in Old Persian and means 'the light'. The name is common in various languages such as Hindi, Marathi, and Nepali.
What does the name Roshan mean?
The name Roshan is translated in German as 'the light', 'the daylight', or 'the brightness'. Alternatively, it can also be interpreted as 'the shining one'.
How popular is the name Roshan?
Roshan is appreciated in various cultures, especially in Persian-speaking regions. While its popularity in Germany is moderate, the name is gaining international popularity.