Roshaun is a unique and captivating name of African-American origin, derived from the Arabic name Rasheed, meaning "wise" or "knowledgeable." It is composed of two elements: "ra's" meaning "head," symbolizing leadership, and "sha'un" meaning "clear" or "bright," signifying wisdom. This name gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, likely due to its appealing sound and meaningful origin. Roshaun is often associated with individuals who are intelligent, innovative, and charismatic, though these traits are not inherent to the name itself but rather attributed based on popular perception. The name Roshaun can be spelled in various ways, such as Roshawn or Rohshawn, but the most common spelling is Roshaun. It is often used within African-American communities and has also gained international recognition due to its unique sound and cultural significance.
"The name Roshaun experienced peaks in popularity between 1977 and 1980, with a high of 12 births in 1980. However, it seems to have declined thereafter, with five births each in 1986 and 1995. Over the span of these years, there were a total of 55 babies named Roshaun."