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UK girl's name

Roshani

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "radiance" or "light".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2008. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Roshani is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Roshani popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2008 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5545, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2002, with 5 births.

This profile covers 14 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 1996 to 2008. 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 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 14 living people in the UK are called Roshani. 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 2009 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Roshani ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales in 2008, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2002, when 5 girls were registered as Roshani.
  • About 14 living people in the UK are estimated to have Roshani as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5545

2008

Births in 2008

3

Latest year

Peak year

2002

5 births

Estimated living

14

2026

Meaning

What does Roshani mean?

The name Roshani has its origins in the Persian language, derived from the word "roshan," which means "light" or "illumination." This name was prevalent in ancient Persia, which is now known as Iran, and has been in use for centuries.

Roshani is a name that carries a symbolic meaning, often associated with brightness, enlightenment, and radiance. In Persian culture, light has been revered as a metaphor for knowledge, wisdom, and divine guidance.

The earliest recorded mention of the name Roshani can be traced back to the 9th century CE, during the golden age of Persian literature. It was prominently featured in the works of renowned poets and scholars of that era, such as Ferdowsi's epic masterpiece, the Shahnameh.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Roshani. One such individual was Roshani Khayam, a renowned Persian poet and mathematician who lived from 1048 to 1131 CE. He is best known for his profound philosophical quatrains, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition.

Another prominent figure was Roshani Shirazi, a 14th-century Persian scientist and astronomer who made significant contributions to the field of astronomy and mathematics. Her work on the observation of celestial bodies and the calculation of planetary movements was highly influential during her time.

In the realm of literature, Roshani Ganjavi was a celebrated 12th-century Persian poet known for her lyrical verses on love, spirituality, and the beauty of nature. Her poetic works were widely admired and have been preserved through the ages.

During the medieval period, Roshani Samarkandi was a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist who lived in the 11th century CE. She was highly respected for her expertise in Islamic jurisprudence and her contributions to the interpretation of Islamic law.

Another noteworthy figure was Roshani Bukhari, a 13th-century Sufi mystic and poet from Central Asia. Her spiritual writings and poetry focused on the inner journey of the soul and the pursuit of divine love, leaving a lasting impact on Sufi literature and thought.

These are just a few examples of the prominent individuals who have carried the name Roshani throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of Persian and Islamic culture.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Roshani over time

The chart below shows babies named Roshani registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2008. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Roshani, the clearest high point is 2002. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2008, compared with 5 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Roshani
01345199620022008

Decades

Roshani by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Roshani 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
2000s #4538 11 3
1990s #3795 3 1

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FAQ

Roshani: questions and answers

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

In 2008, Roshani was ranked #5545 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Roshani most popular?

The peak year on record was 2002, with 5 babies registered as Roshani in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Roshani?

A feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning "radiance" or "light".

How many people are called Roshani in the UK?

A total of 14 babies have been registered as Roshani across the 4 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.