Rogen

Rogen is a surname of European origin. It is most widely recognized in contemporary culture through Seth Rogen, a Canadian-American actor, comedian, writer, and producer born in 1982. He has appeared in and contributed to a variety of films and television projects, including collaborations through the production company Point Grey Pictures. The surname is used by other individuals as well, though none has achieved comparable international prominence.

Origins and distribution: The exact etymology of Rogen is not clearly documented in major reference sources. Surname historians generally note European roots, with possibilities including Germanic or Nordic origins; some theories suggest toponymic origins from places bearing similar-sounding names. The distribution of the name today is primarily in Western countries with histories of European immigration.

The name is primarily encountered as a surname rather than a given name. While Seth Rogen is the best-known bearer, there are other individuals who carry the surname in various professions.