Roxanna
Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Roxanna: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1987.
A captivating Persian name, Roxanna derives from Roshanak, meaning “dawn” or “bright light,” a fitting origin for a name that has illuminated history for centuries. It was famously borne by Roxana, the noblewoman from Bactria who became the wife of Alexander the Great, ensuring the name’s place in ancient legend. More recently, the variant Roxanne became iconic through Edmond Rostand’s play *Cyrano de Bergerac*, where the character of Roxane represents beauty and wit. While no major places are directly named after a Roxanna, the name shares its radiant root with Roshan, a common element in Persian place names. This elegant choice offers a timeless alternative to Roxanne, retaining its luminous charm while feeling distinctively regal.
Girl 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19873 babies
- Latest (1990)
- #6153 babies
- Total births
- 6since 1987
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y