Bright or dawn
Roxane is the French form of the Greek name Roxane, which itself is derived from the Old Persian name Roshanak. It carries the evocative meaning of 'bright' or 'little star,' often associated with the first light of day. Historically, it is most famous as the name of the first wife of Alexander the Great.
Less common today
Roxane isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,090 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The beautiful and intellectual love interest of Cyrano · Cyrano de Bergerac
American writer, professor, and social commentator
The first wife of Alexander the Great
French actress and model
