"dawn, bright star"
Origin: Persian Roshanak
Language: Persian
Roxy
Pronunciation: [ r-AHKS-ee ]
Girl Name
#3,170 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
2 Syllables
A glam rock name meaning dawn, bold and timeless
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Meaning & Origin
"bright, luminous"
Origin: Persian via Greek
Language: Greek
The Story of Roxy
Roxy is a diminutive of Roxanne or Roxana, from the ancient Persian name Roshanak meaning dawn or bright star. Roxana was the Bactrian princess who married Alexander the Great in 327 BCE, giving the name its first Western exposure. The name traveled through Greek (Rhoxane) and Latin into European languages, eventually producing the affectionate short form Roxy.
Roxy gained glamorous associations through the Roxy Theatre (a famous 1927 New York venue), the British glam-rock band Roxy Music (formed 1971), and the musical Chicago where Roxie Hart is the ambitious anti-heroine. The surfwear brand Roxy (launched 1990) cemented its cool, active-girl image.
Roxy has strong associations with jazz-age glamour through the character Roxie Hart in Chicago. In Australia, Roxy is a popular standalone name with a beach-culture edge. It carries a retro-cool vibe that feels simultaneously vintage and contemporary.
Fun Facts
- Roxana was the wife of Alexander the Great and mother of his only heir Alexander IV
- Roxy Music's name was chosen partly for its association with 1940s Hollywood glamour
Roxy in Other Languages
French
Roxy
Italian
Rossi
Persian
روشنک
Spanish
Roxi
Famous People Named Roxy
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Roxana of Bactria
Royalty
Bactrian princess, wife of Alexander the Great and mother of Alexander IV of Macedon
R
Roxie Hart Fictional
Other
Ambitious jazz-age protagonist of the musical Chicago, aspiring showgirl who becomes a celebrity murder suspect
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,170
- Total SSA Count
- 50
- Cultural Origins
- American British Persian Australian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Pairs Well With
Roxy Grace
Roxy Marie
Roxy Lee
Roxy Jade
Roxy Ann
Roxy Monroe
Sibling Names
Also a Boy Name
Roxy is also used as a boy name, ranked #13747.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Roxy
What does the name Roxy mean?
"dawn, bright star" (from Persian Roshanak). "bright, luminous" (from Persian via Greek). Roxy is a diminutive of Roxanne or Roxana, from the ancient Persian name Roshanak meaning dawn or bright star. Roxana was the Bactrian princess who married Alexander the Great in 327 BCE, giving the name its first Western exposure. The name traveled through Greek (Rhoxane) and Latin into European languages, eventually producing the affectionate short form Roxy.
What is the origin of the name Roxy?
Roxy has Persian Roshanak, Persian via Greek, American, British, Persian, and Australian origins. In Persian Roshanak, it means "dawn, bright star". In Persian via Greek, it means "bright, luminous".
Is Roxy a boy or girl name?
Roxy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3170. As a boy name, it is ranked #13747. Roxy is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Roxy?
Roxy is pronounced r-AHKS-ee.
How popular is the name Roxy?
Roxy is currently ranked #3170 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Roxy?
Popular middle name pairings include Roxy Grace, Roxy Marie, Roxy Lee, Roxy Jade, Roxy Ann, and Roxy Monroe.
What are good sibling names for Roxy?
Names that pair well with Roxy as siblings include Chloe, Mia, Zara, Max, Leo, and Finn.
How many syllables does Roxy have?
Roxy has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Roxy a common or rare name?
Roxy is an uncommon name, ranked #3170 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Roxy
Roxy is a girl name with American, British, Persian, and Australian origins . The name means "dawn, bright star" in Persian Roshanak .
Is Roxy a boy or girl name? Roxy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,170 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #13,747. Roxy is more commonly used as a girl name.
Roxy is currently ranked #3,170 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Roxy has 2 syllables and is pronounced r-AHKS-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Roxy include Roxanne, Roxana, Roxie, Roxanna . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.