US Popularity Rank: 3887

Origin: Persian

Meaning: Dawn; Sunrise; Bright; Shining

Roxana is a feminine name of Persian origin, meaning “dawn” or “sunrise.” It is a Latinised form of the Old Persian name Roshanak from the Old Persian roshanak, which means “bright,” “dawn,” or “shining.” Roxana is related to many variations, including Roksana, Rosana, and Roxanne, which originate from Polish, Portuguese, and French, respectively. This brilliantly versatile name is well-suited for baby born at first light.