Rohn is a name of German origin, derived from the Old High German element 'hrod' meaning 'fame' and 'nam', which means 'home'. It is believed to have been brought to England by the Anglo-Saxons, with early records dating back to the 10th century. The name Rohn was once quite common in medieval England but has since become less widespread, giving it a unique and distinctive character.
The name Rohn experienced significant popularity between 1953 and 1962, with the highest number of births occurring in 1954 (21). However, its usage has been consistently low since the mid-1980s, with most years seeing fewer than 10 births. Recent years have shown a slight resurgence, with 7 births recorded in both 2021 and 2022. Overall, there were 419 babies named Rohn born between 1947 and 2022.