"dawn, bright star"
Origin: Persian
Language: English
Roxie
Pronunciation: [ r-AHKS-ee ]
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"little rock"
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The Story of Roxie
Roxie is a playful short form of Roxanne, which traces back to the ancient Persian name Roshanak, meaning dawn or bright star. The name gained fame through Roxana, the Bactrian princess who married Alexander the Great around 327 BCE. The more informal Roxie spelling became popular in 20th-century America as a standalone name.
Roxie saw a burst of cultural attention after the 2002 film and stage adaptation of Chicago popularized the character Roxie Hart, giving the name a vivacious, theatrical edge.
In American pop culture, Roxie conjures a showgirl spirit — glamorous, gutsy, and unabashedly fun. The name carries a Jazz Age vibe that parents looking for a retro-cool choice love.
Historical Record
Roxie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 5,833 babies have been named Roxie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Roxie is past its peak , currently ranked #3,267 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Roxie Hart is the protagonist of the 1926 play Chicago by Maurine Dallas Watkins
- The name Roxana was borne by the wife of Alexander the Great
Roxie in Other Languages
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Roxie
German
Roxi
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Rossi
Spanish
Roxie
Popularity Over Time
#3,267
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1954
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Roxie
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Roxie Roker
Actor
1929
American actress known for her role as Helen Willis on The Jeffersons
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Roxie Hart Fictional
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Fictional jazz-age murderess and aspiring showgirl in the musical Chicago
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,267
- Total SSA Count
- 48
- Cultural Origins
- American English Persian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Rox
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Frequently Asked Questions About Roxie
What does the name Roxie mean?
"dawn, bright star" (from Persian). "little rock" (from Old English). Roxie is a playful short form of Roxanne, which traces back to the ancient Persian name Roshanak, meaning dawn or bright star. The name gained fame through Roxana, the Bactrian princess who married Alexander the Great around 327 BCE. The more informal Roxie spelling became popular in 20th-century America as a standalone name.
What is the origin of the name Roxie?
Roxie has Persian, Old English, American, and English origins. In Persian, it means "dawn, bright star". In Old English, it means "little rock".
Is Roxie a boy or girl name?
Roxie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3267. As a boy name, it is ranked #29140. Roxie is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Roxie?
Roxie is pronounced r-AHKS-ee.
How popular is the name Roxie?
Roxie is currently ranked #3267 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Roxie?
Common nicknames for Roxie include Rox.
What are good middle names for Roxie?
Popular middle name pairings include Roxie Marie, Roxie Jane, Roxie Lee, Roxie Anne, Roxie Belle, and Roxie Claire.
What are good sibling names for Roxie?
Names that pair well with Roxie as siblings include Violet, Pearl, Jasper, Rex, Delia, and Ace.
How many syllables does Roxie have?
Roxie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Roxie a common or rare name?
Roxie is an uncommon name, ranked #3267 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Roxie
Roxie is a girl name with American, English, and Persian origins . The name means "dawn, bright star" in Persian .
Is Roxie a boy or girl name? Roxie is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,267 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #29,140. Roxie is more commonly used as a girl name.
Roxie is currently ranked #3,267 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Roxie has 2 syllables and is pronounced r-AHKS-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Roxie include Rox. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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