Rosana
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- Name
- Rosana
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Rosana is a form of the name Rosanna, which is common in both Spanish and Portuguese. Additionally, it represents a combination of the first names Rosa and Ana. In this connection, the name can be roughly translated as 'the graceful rose', 'the gracious rose', or less commonly, 'the famous graced one'.
What does the name Rosana mean?
Rosana is a variant of Rosanna in the Spanish and Portuguese context and combines the meanings of the first names Rosa and Ana. This combination can be interpreted as 'the graceful rose', 'the gracious rose', or even 'the famous graced one'. The name Rosa has its origins in Latin, where it means 'the rose' (as a flower) or 'the famous one'. Ana is a shortened form of Anna, a Hebrew name that originally represents a short form of the biblical name Hannah. It means something like 'the graced one', 'the graceful one', 'God was gracious', or 'God's grace'. Other variants include Rosanne, Rosena, Rosann, Rosenna, and Roseanne.
Where does the name Rosana come from?
Rosana has its roots in Old High German and Ancient Hebrew and carries the meaning 'the graceful rose'.
How do you pronounce Rosana?
The pronunciation of Rosana is three syllables and flows gently. In German pronunciation, it is usually rendered as 'Ro-sa-na' [ʁoˈzaːna]. The name begins with a rounded sound that conveys openness. The middle syllable is softly elongated and has a calm emphasis. The final 'a' provides an open and warm sound. Overall, Rosana appears melodic and harmonious, with a balanced sound structure.
When is the name day of Rosana?
The name day of Rosana is celebrated on August 23 and September 4.
Popularity
In Germany, Rosana is among the less common first names. In 2023, it ranked 4,899th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2005, when it reached 882nd place. In the last ten years, Rosana has been given as a first name around 30 times, placing it 5,239th during that period. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,037th.
Nicknames & pet names
Anna / Anni / Rosa / Rose / Rosi / Sana
Similar first names
Famous people
- Rosana Arbelo (Spanish singer)
- Rosana Hermann (Brazilian writer)
- Rosana Kiroska (Macedonian skier)
- Rosana Melo (Brazilian singer)
- Rosana Pastor (Spanish actress)
- Rosana Tapajos (actress from Brazil)
- Rosana Ubanell (Spanish writer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Rosana
What does the name Rosana mean?
Rosana means 'the graceful rose' and combines the meanings of the first names Rosa and Ana. It is a harmonious combination of Ancient Hebrew and Latin.
In which languages is the name Rosana common?
Rosana primarily occurs in Portuguese and Spanish, where it is considered a variant of Rosanna.
What nicknames are there for Rosana?
There are several affectionate nicknames for the name Rosana, including Anna, Anni, Rosa, Rose, Rosi, and Sana.
How is the name Rosana pronounced?
The name Rosana is usually pronounced as 'Ro-sa-na', with the syllables clearly and distinctly emphasized.