Roxy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Roxy is a name with Latin origins, derived from 'Roxana', meaning 'dawn' or 'bright'. It has evolved through historical forms like Roxana and Roxane. The name conveys light and brightness, has no biblical relevance, and gained popularity in the 20th century. Today, Roxy is seen as a trendy and youthful name, associated with vibrancy, and is borne by various notable figures.
The name Roxy is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Roxy 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, 'Roxy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6451st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4121st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4712th out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2337th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2024th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1625th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4903rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5898th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2464th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2709th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Roxy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Roxy"
Pronunciation
/ˈrɒksi/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Roxy is derived from the Latin name 'Roxana', which means 'dawn' or 'bright'. It is often associated with the Persian word 'Roxane', meaning 'light' or 'shining'.
Meaning
dawn, bright, light, shining
Language Evolution
Roxana, Roxane, Roxy
Historical Usage
Roxy gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly as a diminutive form of Roxana. It has been commonly used in various cultures and became fashionable in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Roxana, Roxane, Roxie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Roxy is viewed as a trendy and youthful name, often associated with vibrancy and energy.
Famous People
Roxy Music (band), Roxy Hart (character from Chicago), Roxy Jacenko (Australian entrepreneur)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Roxy"
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 "Roxy"
"Roxy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6451st of 7545 | 11 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4121st of 6773 | 51 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4712th of 7552 | 41 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2337th of 9107 | 254 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2024th of 9204 | 315 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1625th of 12526 | 789 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4903rd of 19264 | 177 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5898th of 27321 | 219 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2464th of 35406 | 1,114 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2709th of 30306 | 771 |
Regional Popularity of "Roxy" 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 "Roxy" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
77.37% 1723rd/2227 |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
93.94% 2680th/2853 |
82.13% 2279th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
85.27% 3907th/4582 |
64.41% 3326th/5164 |
35.76% 2615th/7313 |
21.12% 1576th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.92% 3184th/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
47.99% 3274th/6822 |
30.13% 1891st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Roxy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Roxy" 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.