UK boy's name
Rohen
A masculine name derived from the Sanskrit word "rohan", meaning ascending or rising.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Rohen is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Rohen popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4632, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2010, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2010 to 2014. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Rohen. 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 2015 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Rohen ranked #4632 for boys in England and Wales in 2014, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2010, when 3 boys were registered as Rohen.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Rohen as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4632
2014
Births in 2014
3
Latest year
Peak year
2010
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Rohen mean?
The name Rohen is a unique and intriguing name with a rich historical background rooted in Indian culture and Sanskrit origins. Its etymology can be traced back to the Sanskrit word "rohan," which means "ascending" or "rising." This name is believed to have originated during the ancient Vedic period in India, which dates back to around 1500-500 BCE.
In the Hindu tradition, the name Rohen is often associated with the concept of spiritual ascension and the pursuit of enlightenment. It is a name that carries a sense of aspiration, growth, and upward mobility. The name was particularly popular among the Brahmin caste, which comprised the scholarly and priestly class in ancient Indian society.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rohen can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures, the Vedas. In the Rig Veda, one of the oldest and most revered texts in Hinduism, there is a mention of a sage or rishi named Rohen, who was renowned for his wisdom and spiritual teachings.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Rohen. One such figure was Rohen Mishra, a prominent Indian mathematician and astronomer who lived during the 9th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of trigonometry and is credited with developing the concept of sine and cosine functions.
Another historical figure of note was Rohen Singh, a brave warrior and military commander who served under the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb in the 17th century. He played a crucial role in several military campaigns and was known for his valor and strategic prowess on the battlefield.
In the realm of spirituality, Rohen Brahmacharya was a revered Hindu monk and philosopher who lived in the 16th century. He was a proponent of the Advaita Vedanta philosophy and is remembered for his profound teachings on the nature of reality and the path to self-realization.
More recently, Rohen Rai was an Indian politician and social reformer who advocated for the rights of women and the underprivileged sections of society in the early 20th century. He played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement and worked tirelessly to promote education and social upliftment.
In the modern era, the name Rohen has transcended its Indian roots and gained popularity in various parts of the world, particularly among those with an appreciation for its unique sound and spiritual connotations.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Rohen over time
The chart below shows babies named Rohen registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2010 to 2014. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Rohen, the clearest high point is 2010. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2014, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rohen by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Rohen 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 | #4655 | 6 | 2 |
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FAQ
Rohen: questions and answers
How popular is the name Rohen in the UK right now?
In 2014, Rohen was ranked #4632 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Rohen most popular?
The peak year on record was 2010, with 3 babies registered as Rohen in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Rohen?
A masculine name derived from the Sanskrit word "rohan", meaning ascending or rising.
How many people are called Rohen in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Rohen across the 2 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.