Rasean
An English variant name meaning "warrior" or "one who protects".
Name Census estimates that about 684 living Americans carry the first name Rasean. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Rasean today is around 27 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rasean births was 1992 (33 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Rasean. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
684
~ 1 in 501,103 Americans
Peak year
1992
33 babies that year
Average age
27
years old
2023 SSA rank
#13,702
Tracked since 1976
Popularity
Rasean: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Rasean from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 238 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rasean by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Rasean during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Raseans live
The SSA's state-level files cover 3 states and territories. New York, Florida, New Jersey recorded the most babies named Rasean, while New Jersey, Florida, New York recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 12 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Rasean
The given name Rasean is believed to have its origins in the ancient Saraiki language, which was historically spoken in parts of modern-day Pakistan and India. The name is thought to be derived from the word "rasean," which translates to "one who brings joy" or "bringer of happiness."
One of the earliest known mentions of the name Rasean can be found in the ancient Saraiki folk tales and oral traditions, where it was often given to children born during joyous occasions or celebrations. The name was particularly popular among the nomadic tribes of the region, who valued the virtues of happiness and contentment.
In the 12th century, a renowned Sufi poet and scholar named Rasean al-Din was born in the city of Multan, which was then part of the Delhi Sultanate. His works, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, are considered among the finest examples of Saraiki literature. Rasean al-Din lived from 1145 to 1217 and his writings continue to inspire readers to this day.
Another notable figure bearing the name Rasean was a 16th-century warrior and chieftain from the Baloch region of what is now Pakistan. Rasean Khan was known for his bravery and tactical acumen, leading his tribe in numerous battles against invading forces. He lived from 1535 to 1598 and is revered as a symbol of courage and resilience among the Baloch people.
In the 18th century, a renowned Sufi mystic and poet named Rasean Shah gained fame for his devotional poetry and teachings. Born in 1725 in the city of Bahawalpur, he traveled extensively throughout the region, spreading his message of love, tolerance, and spiritual enlightenment. Rasean Shah's works continue to be studied and recited by Sufi practitioners around the world.
Another figure of note was Rasean Ali Khan, a 19th-century ruler of the princely state of Khairpur, which was located in present-day Pakistan. Born in 1812, Rasean Ali Khan was renowned for his progressive policies and efforts to modernize his state, including the establishment of educational institutions and infrastructure projects. He ruled until his death in 1875.
In more recent times, the name Rasean has been adopted by individuals from various cultural backgrounds, transcending its historical origins. While its ancient roots lie in the Saraiki language and culture, the name has come to symbolize joy, happiness, and contentment for those who bear it.
People
Rasean + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Rasean as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Rasean: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Rasean?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 684 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rasean going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 501,103 US residents.
Is Rasean a common name?
We classify Rasean as "Very Rare". It ranks above 87.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 700 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Rasean most popular?
The single biggest year for Rasean was 1992, when 33 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rasean is about 27 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Rasean a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rasean in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.