| Meaning | red-haired, descendent of champions |
| Origin | Irish |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Rooney |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Roo-ney |
About Rooney
Rooney brings an unexpected twist to traditional girls' names, offering a spirited and playful option with Irish roots. This energetic name suggests a personality full of life, curiosity, and adventure—perfect for parents who hope to raise an independent, spirited daughter. The name has a friendly, approachable quality that makes it easy for children to pronounce and remember, while still maintaining enough substance for adulthood. Rooney works particularly well for families with Irish heritage or those drawn to Celtic culture, though it's accessible enough for any background. The name's relatively rare usage as a girl's first name means your daughter will likely be the only Rooney in her class, providing individuality without obscurity. Its upbeat sound and strong consonants give it a confident, no-nonsense character.
Nicknames for Rooney
| Roo |
| Roonie |
| Ney |
| Nene |
Famous People Named Rooney
| Rooney Mara | American actress |
| Rooney Robinson | American Olympic swimmer |
| Rooney Elmi | British fashion model |
| Rooney Simpson | Canadian musician |
| Rooney Gugerty | American mixed martial artist |
| Rooney Dunning | American author |
| Rooney O'Donnell | Irish TV presenter |
| Rooney Bowen | Australian cricketer |
| Rooney Anne | Filipino-American singer |
| Rooney Brooks | Australian artist |
| Rooney Chen | Taiwanese actress |
| Rooney Colantonio | Italian-American businesswoman |
| Rooney Kimm | South Korean poet |
| Rooney Nash | British journalist |
| Rooney Saenz | Mexican politician |
| Rooney Smith | Jamaican hurdler |
| Rooney Fehr | Canadian singer-songwriter |
| Rooney Valdés | Chilean actress |
| Rooney Watson | Scottish field hockey player |
| Rooney Sanchez | Peruvian volleyball player |
Characters Named Rooney
| Rooney McPhee | Character from the book series "The Lighthouse Family" by Cynthia Rylant |
| Rooney Kim | Character from the TV show "The Bold Type" |
| Rooney Posy | Character from the book "Posy" by Linda Newbery |
| Rooney Mara | Character in the movie "Carol" |
| Rooney Gardner | Character from the book "Rules" by Cynthia Lord |
| Rooney Chase | Character from the TV show "Liv and Maddie" |
| Rooney Banks | Character from the movie "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" |
| Rooney Doodle | Character from the TV show "The Doodlebops" |
| Rooney Thorne | Character from the book "Spellbook of the Lost and Found" by Moïra Fowley-Doyle |
| Rooney Clark | Character from the movie "The Man from Snowy River" |
| Rooney Fluke | Character from the TV show "Aaahh!!! Real Monsters" |
| Rooney Costello | Character from the book "Chasing Redbird" by Sharon Creech |
| Rooney Brandon | Character from the book "The Baby-Sitters Club" by Ann M. Martin |
| Rooney Anderson | Character from the TV show "Zoey 101" |
| Rooney Schultz | Character from the book "Socks" by Beverly Cleary |
| Rooney Channing | Character from the TV show "One Tree Hill" |
| Rooney Brodie | Character from the book "Slated" by Teri Terry |
| Rooney Lincoln | Character from the movie "The Social Network" |
| Rooney Duvall | Character from the TV show "The Facts of Life" |
| Rooney Finch | Character from the book "How to Steal a Dog" by Barbara O'Connor |