Roxane Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationROK-sahn / /rɒkˈsɑːn/Persian; Greek
Meaning
Persian: dawn; Greek: bright
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Roxane has Persian roots, derived from 'Roxana', which means 'dawn' or 'bright'. It gained prominence in the ancient world through Roxane, the wife of Alexander the Great. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, often associated with beauty and light. It has also appeared in literature and art, symbolizing elegance and grace.
Trend Summary
Roxane has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Roxanna
- Roxane
International Variants
- Roxana (Spanish)
- Roxanne (French)
- Roxane (French)
- Roxan (Turkish)
Famous people named Roxane
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Fictional characters named Roxane
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Roxane was first seen in the United States in 1925. Roxane has ranked as high as #802 nationally, which occurred in 1956, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Roxane has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Roxane (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 20 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 12 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 13 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 15 |
| 1949 | 27 |
| 1950 | 38 |
| 1951 | 56 |
| 1952 | 89 |
| 1953 | 95 |
| 1954 | 119 |
| 1955 | 236 |
| 1956 | 308 |
| 1957 | 292 |
| 1958 | 272 |
| 1959 | 257 |
| 1960 | 281 |
| 1961 | 231 |
| 1962 | 231 |
| 1963 | 207 |
| 1964 | 205 |
| 1965 | 188 |
| 1966 | 172 |
| 1967 | 134 |
| 1968 | 146 |
| 1969 | 136 |
| 1970 | 106 |
| 1971 | 86 |
| 1972 | 60 |
| 1973 | 59 |
| 1974 | 54 |
| 1975 | 47 |
| 1976 | 54 |
| 1977 | 51 |
| 1978 | 57 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 41 |
| 1981 | 26 |
| 1982 | 32 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1985 | 37 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 36 |
| 1988 | 32 |
| 1989 | 27 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 11 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |