Raushanah
An Arabic feminine name meaning "luminous" or "radiant".
Name Census estimates that about 151 living Americans carry the first name Raushanah. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Raushanah today is around 47 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Raushanah births was 1977 (29 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Raushanah. 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
151
~ 1 in 2,269,896 Americans
Peak year
1977
29 babies that year
Average age
47
years old
1985 SSA rank
#10,300
Tracked since 1976
Popularity
Raushanah: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Raushanah from the 1970s through to the 1980s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 98 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1970s peak, Raushanah remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Raushanah 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 Raushanah during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Raushanahs live
Origin
Meaning and history of Raushanah
The name Raushanah is believed to have originated from the Persian language, derived from the word "raushan," which means "bright" or "luminous." It is a feminine name that has been popular in parts of Central Asia, the Middle East, and South Asia for centuries.
The earliest recorded use of the name Raushanah can be traced back to the 9th century CE, when it appeared in Persian literature and historical records. During this period, the name was commonly associated with the concept of enlightenment and spiritual awakening, reflecting the cultural and religious values of the region.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Raushanah was Raushanah Begum, a princess and poetess who lived during the 16th century in the Mughal Empire. She was renowned for her literary works and her patronage of the arts. Another notable figure was Raushanah Khanum, a 17th-century Uzbek princess and poet, who contributed significantly to the cultural and literary landscape of her time.
In the 19th century, Raushanah Siddiqui was a prominent educator and social reformer in British India. She established several schools for girls and worked tirelessly to promote women's education and empowerment. Her efforts paved the way for future generations of women to pursue education and careers.
During the 20th century, Raushanah Hayat was a celebrated Urdu poet and writer from Pakistan. Her poetry explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, earning her widespread acclaim and numerous literary awards.
Raushanah Aziz was a notable Afghan politician and women's rights activist in the latter half of the 20th century. She served as a member of parliament and played a significant role in advocating for women's rights and gender equality in Afghanistan.
While the name Raushanah has maintained its popularity in certain regions, it has also been adopted by families around the world, transcending cultural and linguistic boundaries. Its meaning and historical significance continue to resonate with those who appreciate the essence of enlightenment and luminosity.
People
Raushanah + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Raushanah 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
Raushanah: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Raushanah?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 151 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Raushanah 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 2,269,896 US residents.
Is Raushanah a common name?
We classify Raushanah as "Very Rare". It ranks above 70.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 164 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Raushanah most popular?
The single biggest year for Raushanah was 1977, when 29 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Raushanah is about 47 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Raushanah a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Raushanah in the SSA data are female. 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.