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UK girl's name

Aroosa

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "bride" or "young woman".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2017. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Aroosa is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Aroosa popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2017 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4763, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1999, with 20 births.

This profile covers 153 England and Wales registrations across 18 recorded years from 1996 to 2017. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 20% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 152 living people in the UK are called Aroosa. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2018 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Aroosa ranked #4763 for girls in England and Wales in 2017, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 1999, when 20 girls were registered as Aroosa.
  • About 152 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aroosa as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4763

2017

Births in 2017

4

Latest year

Peak year

1999

20 births

Estimated living

152

2026

Meaning

What does Aroosa mean?

The name Aroosa is of Persian origin, derived from the word "Aroos" which means "bride" or "young lady". It is a feminine name that has been in use for centuries in regions where Persian culture and language have had a strong influence, particularly in Iran, Afghanistan, and parts of Central Asia.

Aroosa can be traced back to ancient Persian literature and poetry, where it was often used as a metaphor for beauty, grace, and purity. In some Persian poetic traditions, the name was associated with the concept of a celestial bride, representing the union between the divine and the earthly realms.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aroosa can be found in the works of the famous Persian poet Hafez, who lived in the 14th century. He frequently used the name in his ghazals (a form of poetic expression) to symbolize the beloved or the object of desire.

Throughout history, there have been several notable figures who bore the name Aroosa. One such example is Aroosa Aram, a renowned Afghan singer and musician who gained popularity in the 1960s and 1970s. She was celebrated for her powerful voice and her contribution to preserving traditional Afghan music.

Another notable Aroosa was Aroosa Parveez, a Pakistani social activist and environmentalist who worked tirelessly to promote environmental awareness and sustainable practices in her country. She founded the organization "Aroosa Parveez Foundation" and received numerous awards for her efforts, including the Sitara-e-Imtiaz (Star of Distinction) in 2008.

In the realm of literature, Aroosa Naseem is a prominent name. She is a Pakistani writer and poet who has published several books of poetry and prose, exploring themes of love, identity, and societal issues. Her work has been widely acclaimed and has earned her numerous literary awards.

Aroosa Khalique is another notable figure, a Pakistani politician and former member of the National Assembly of Pakistan. She served as the chairperson of the Standing Committee on Climate Change and was involved in various initiatives related to environmental protection and sustainable development.

Lastly, Aroosa Masood is a renowned Pakistani actress and model who has appeared in numerous television dramas and films. She is known for her versatile performances and has received several accolades for her work in the entertainment industry.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Aroosa over time

The chart below shows babies named Aroosa registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2017. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Aroosa, the clearest high point is 1999. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2017, compared with 20 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Aroosa
05101520199620062017

Decades

Aroosa by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aroosa was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2010s #4986 16 4
2000s #3234 73 10
1990s #1289 64 4

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FAQ

Aroosa: questions and answers

How popular is the name Aroosa in the UK right now?

In 2017, Aroosa was ranked #4763 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Aroosa most popular?

The peak year on record was 1999, with 20 babies registered as Aroosa in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Aroosa?

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "bride" or "young woman".

How many people are called Aroosa in the UK?

A total of 153 babies have been registered as Aroosa across the 18 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.