Roxann Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Roxann has its roots in Persian, meaning 'bright' or 'dawn.' It evolved from historical forms like Roxane and Roxanna. The name is associated with a sense of strength and vibrancy, and it has gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 20th century. There is no biblical relevance tied to the name.
The name Roxann is most popular in Minnesota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Roxann has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Roxann' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1950th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 579th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 915th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1863rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7049th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11499th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Roxann' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Roxann"
Pronunciation
/rɒkˈsæn/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Roxann is derived from the Persian name 'Roxane,' which means 'bright' or 'dawn.' It is often associated with the historical figure Roxana, the wife of Alexander the Great.
Meaning
bright, dawn
Language Evolution
Roxane, Roxanna, Roxann
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the mid-1900s, and has since been used in literature and film.
Variants & Derivatives
Roxane, Roxanna, Roxy
Modern Popularity & Image
Roxann is often perceived as a strong and vibrant name. It carries a sense of uniqueness and has been embraced in various cultural contexts.
Famous People
Roxann Dawson - American actress and director, Roxann Barbour - American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Roxann"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Roxann"
"Roxann" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1950th of 9204 | 330 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 579th of 12526 | 4,825 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 915th of 19264 | 2,270 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1863rd of 27321 | 1,099 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7049th of 35406 | 261 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11499th of 30306 | 94 |
Regional Popularity of "Roxann" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Roxann" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.22% 1132nd/1546 |
94.15% 1465th/1556 |
- |
76.60% 1185th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
18.90% 421st/2227 |
23.21% 564th/2430 |
34.10% 973rd/2853 |
22.34% 620th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
27.10% 796th/2937 |
26.90% 937th/3483 |
32.40% 1140th/3518 |
24.11% 975th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
58.72% 2164th/3685 |
56.76% 2540th/4475 |
27.74% 1441st/5194 |
28.45% 1797th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
75.58% 5527th/7313 |
67.55% 5041st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Roxann"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Roxann" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.