Roxanna
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Roxanna is a girl’s name of Persian origin, meaning “Roxanna is a Persian name meaning "dawn" or "bright". It is the Greek form of the Persian name Roshanak.”. It currently ranks #3313 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1988.
What Roxanna Means
“Roxanna is a Persian name meaning "dawn" or "bright". It is the Greek form of the Persian name Roshanak.”
The Story of Roxanna
This name, echoing the first blush of dawn, holds a Persian secret of radiant light that found its way to your heart.
Roxanna shines with a Persian origin, stemming from Roshanak, meaning 'dawn' or 'bright star.' This luminous name was famously borne by the Bactrian princess who became Alexander the Great's wife, carrying its light across ancient lands. Through Greek intermediaries, it spread into Western cultures, where its celestial beauty has been admired for centuries.
When you say 'Roxanna' aloud, it feels like a promise of a new day breaking. There’s a brilliance to it, a clarity that mirrors the first rays of sun. You’ll feel a sense of anticipation when you write it on your child's first blanket, imagining the radiant spirit she will embody. This name suggests a daughter who will illuminate your world with her intelligence and charm.
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The Adventurer
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#316 in 1988
Total Births
13,405
First Recorded
1880
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