Sophia Girl
soh-FEE-uh
“wisdom” · Greek
#5
Roxy
GirlPersian, English· “pet form of Roxanne, little star”
- Meaning
- pet form of Roxanne, little star
- Origin
- Persian, English
- Pronunciation
- RAHK-see
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #2,477
- US babies 2025
- 72
- Best rank
- #559 (1883)
- Peak year
- 2009
Meaning and origin of Roxy
Roxy is a Persian and English name that is usually said to mean “pet form of Roxanne, little star”.
Roxy began as a pet form of Roxanne, from the Old Persian name usually translated as "little star" or "dawn," though the exact meaning is debated. Roxana was the Bactrian wife of Alexander the Great, and Roxane is the heroine of Edmond Rostand's play Cyrano de Bergerac. In the twentieth century Roxy took on a glamorous image through theaters and dance halls named the Roxy, and it now stands as an independent name. It is pronounced RAHK-see. Spunky and bright, it fits with vintage-style nicknames such as Trixie and Dixie, while the fuller Roxanne gives it a formal option.
Other spellings with the same sound: Roxie.
Popularity over time
Roxy first appears in US Social Security records in 1882. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 6 different years, starting in 1882. Its best national rank was #559 in 1883, and the most babies received it in 2009, when 145 were named Roxy. In 2025, 72 babies were named Roxy, and it ranked #2,477 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #2,445 in 1920, #1,405 in 1950, #4,920 in 1980, #5,459 in 2000, #1,735 in 2010, and #2,477 in 2025. Of the 3,868 US girls named Roxy since records began, 22% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 745 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Saphira, Kalynn, Jaslynn, Nariyah, and Raniyah.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Roxy ranked highest in Arizona, California, and Texas.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | #893 | 7 |
| California | #1267 | 20 |
| Texas | #3221 | 6 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Roxy is usually pronounced RAHK-see, with two syllables. It has four letters, starts with R and ends in “-xy”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Roxie.
Middle names for Roxy
A few middle names that flow with Roxy: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Roxy
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Roxy mean?
Roxy is a Persian and English name that is usually said to mean “pet form of Roxanne, little star”.
What is the origin of the name Roxy?
Roxy has Persian and English roots. Roxy began as a pet form of Roxanne, from the Old Persian name usually translated as "little star" or "dawn," though the exact meaning is debated.
Is Roxy a popular name?
Not especially. Roxy ranked #2,477 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Roxy a boy or girl name?
Roxy is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Roxy?
Roxy is usually pronounced RAHK-see. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings