Girl
Roxanna
dawn, bright, star
About Roxanna
Pure glamour lives in this name, sophisticated and bold without apology. Roxanna commands attention effortlessly, carrying theatrical flair that translates beautifully into real life. This isn't a name for shrinking violets—it suggests confidence, charisma, and natural magnetism. The double 'n' adds visual weight, creating a name that looks as substantial as it sounds. Roxanna has vintage Hollywood appeal mixed with contemporary edge, making it perpetually stylish rather than dated. It's ideal for parents wanting their daughter to have a name with personality and presence, something that announces her arrival before she speaks. The name offers excellent nickname potential while maintaining dignity in its full form. Roxanna suits someone destined to leave impressions, make impacts, and be remembered.
Popularity of the Name Roxanna
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #624 | |
| 1882 | #731 | |
| 1884 | #915 | |
| 1886 | #818 | |
| 1888 | #949 | |
| 1903 | #965 | |
| 1936 | #991 | |
| 1937 | #989 | |
| 1943 | #893 | |
| 1944 | #907 | |
| 1945 | #849 | |
| 1946 | #851 | |
| 1947 | #933 | |
| 1948 | #852 | |
| 1949 | #883 | |
| 1950 | #704 | |
| 1951 | #653 | |
| 1952 | #713 | |
| 1953 | #683 | |
| 1954 | #574 | |
| 1955 | #643 | |
| 1956 | #674 | |
| 1957 | #758 | |
| 1958 | #750 | |
| 1959 | #760 | |
| 1960 | #635 | |
| 1961 | #616 | |
| 1962 | #660 | |
| 1963 | #642 | |
| 1964 | #796 | |
| 1965 | #748 | |
| 1966 | #739 | |
| 1967 | #814 | |
| 1968 | #790 | |
| 1969 | #761 | |
| 1970 | #843 | |
| 1971 | #808 | |
| 1972 | #803 | |
| 1973 | #914 | |
| 1975 | #914 | |
| 1976 | #969 | |
| 1979 | #983 | |
| 1981 | #850 | |
| 1982 | #847 | |
| 1983 | #831 | |
| 1984 | #897 | |
| 1985 | #855 | |
| 1986 | #852 | |
| 1987 | #634 | |
| 1988 | #630 | |
| 1989 | #768 | |
| 1990 | #907 | |
| 1991 | #988 | |
| 2003 | #801 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland
Variations of Name Roxanna
Names Similar to Roxanna
Nicknames for Roxanna
- Roxy
- Rox
- Anna
- Annie
Famous People Named Roxanna
| Roxanna Brown | American diplomat and historian |
| Roxanna Floyd | American opera singer |
| Roxanna Panufnik | British composer |
| Roxanna Saberi | American journalist and author |
| Roxanna Walitzki | German-American violinist and composer |
Characters Named Roxanna
| Roxanna Wentworth | Character from the TV show "One Life to Live" |
| Roxanna Mendoza | Character from the book "Deserted Cities of the Heart" by Lewis Shiner |
| Roxanna Rolland | Character from the movie "The English Patient" |
| Roxanna "Roxy" Hart | Character from the musical and film "Chicago" |
| Roxanna Hardiman | Character from the TV show "Starhunter" |