Roxey Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ROX-ee //ˈrɒk.si//
Origin: Latin; English
Meaning: Latin: dawn; English: a variant of Roxanne
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Roxey is derived from the Old Persian name "Roxane," which means "dawn" or "bright." The name Roxane was popularized in the Western world through its association with Roxana, the wife of Alexander the Great, who lived in the 4th century BCE. The name traveled through various languages, including Greek, where it appeared as "Roxane," and later into Latin as "Roxana." From Latin, it eventually made its way into Old French, where it was adapted as "Roxie" or "Roxey" before entering the English lexicon.
Throughout history, the name has been borne by notable figures, including Roxana, the daughter of the Bactrian nobleman Oxyartes, who became a significant figure in the Hellenistic world due to her marriage to Alexander the Great around 327 BCE. The name's historical significance is further underscored by its appearance in various literary works, including those of the Renaissance, where it was often associated with beauty and nobility.
The name Roxane also appears in the works of playwrights and poets, contributing to its cultural resonance. In addition to its historical roots, the name Roxey has been embraced in various cultures as a symbol of light and new beginnings, reflecting its etymological meaning.
The name has also inspired various diminutive forms, such as "Roxy," which have appeared in literature and popular culture, further enhancing its appeal. The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its rich historical background and the positive connotations associated with its meaning.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Roxey was first seen in the United States in 1891.
Roxey has ranked as high as #1057 nationally, which occurred in 1954, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Roxey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Roxey is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Roxey was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Roxey
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Roxey.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1891 | 6 |