Rojin

Rojin (also Rojîn) is the feminine form of the Kurdish unisex name Rojan. The name comes from the Kurdish word roj, which means 'sun' or 'day', and can also be translated as 'the sun' or 'the day'. More freely interpreted, it could also be understood as 'the sun has risen' or 'the one born during the day'.

What does the name Rojin mean?

Rojin (also Rojîn) represents the feminine variant of the Kurdish unisex name Rojan. It is based on the Kurdish word roj, which means 'sun' or 'day', while it can also be interpreted as 'the sun' or 'the day'. Furthermore, the name can be understood as 'the sun has risen' or 'the one born during the day'. Rojin is a widely used and cherished girl's name in the Kurdish community. The masculine form of the name is Rojen. A prominent bearer of the name is the singer Rojîn Ülker.

Where does the name Rojin come from?

The origin of the name Rojin is Kurdish, and its meaning includes terms like 'the sun' or 'the sun has risen'. The name consists of the Kurdish word roj for 'sun, day'. It is common in both Kurdish and Turkish.

How do you pronounce Rojin?

The pronunciation of Rojin is two syllables and clear. In German, the name is typically pronounced as 'Ro-dschin' [ʁoˈdʒɪn], with the long 'o' having a full, rounded sound. The ending '-jin' gives the name a distinctive, modern touch. Thus, Rojin radiates both confidence and softness – compact, present, and harmonious.

Popularity

In Germany, Rojin is a highly sought-after first name. Currently, it ranks 1,107th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2005 at rank 122. In the last ten years, the name has been given about 340 times, placing it 1,121st in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 1,009th. The global popularity and frequency of Rojin are also noteworthy.

Nicknames & pet names

Ro / Roggen / Roj / Roji / Rojini / Rojo / Rosch

Famous people

• Rojîn Ülker (singer)