US Popularity Rank: 5117

Origin: Persian

Meaning: dawn; bright

With Greek and Old Persian origins, Roxanna is a girl’s name meaning “dawn” or “bright.” This ancient name has been around since the times of Alexander the Great. Spelled Roxana, this was the name of the leader's wife who wed him during his conquest of Asia around the year 327. In terms of popularity, Roxanna has had an up-and-down relationship with those based in the United States. Though often making it to the Top 1,000 charts over the decades, Roxanna has never been a permanent fixture with the American public. Perhaps it’s time to kickstart the Roxanna revolution with your bright-as-the-sun little one.