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Rose and Anne are staples for girls’ middle names. Smoosh ‘em together, and you arrive at a romantic, feminine and surprisingly uncommon appellation that sounds just right in the first spot.

You’ll hear the name in English, as well as Italian and a smattering of other European languages. The Swedish all-girl pop group Play included a Rosanna; Google searches turn up Rosannas in Norway, Germany and Denmark. Canary Islands-born Rosana Arbelo is a Latin pop singer.

Rosana sounds just right with today’s chart-toppers Isabella and Olivia. And yet, she’s undeniably distinctive. Rosie is a spunky nickname option, conjuring up the capable World War II icon. You might even use Roxy, though it is a bit of a stretch.

If you’re hoping to choose a feminine name that stands out and fits in, Rosana is one to consider.

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Nicknames for Rosana

Rose
Rosie

Meanings and history of the name Rosana

Of English origin, Rosana is a combination name meaning "Rose of Grace."

Famous real-life people named Rosana

Rosana, Sao Paulo — a municipality in the state of São Paulo, Brazil

Rosana dos Santos Augusto is a Brazilian footballer

Rosana (full name Rosana Arbelo) is a Spanish singer and composer

Rosana in song, story & screen