Roksana

girlPersian (via Greek Roxane)

Roksana is a Muslim girl name meaning “Bright, radiant, little star”.

MeaningBright, radiant, little star
GenderGirl
OriginPersian (via Greek Roxane)
Pronunciationrok-SAH-nah
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Roksana

Roksana comes from the Old Persian name rendered in Greek as Roxane, related to Persian Roshanak, 'little bright one'. Its famous early bearer was Roxana, the Bactrian wife of Alexander the Great. The spelling Roksana is used in Poland and Russia, and it is also a popular name among Bangladeshi Muslim families.

Is Roksana a Muslim name?

Roksana is a Persian name rather than an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families, especially in Bangladesh.

Where is the name Roksana used?

Common in Bangladesh and Central Asia, and in Poland and Russia as a general name.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Roksana mean?

Roksana means 'Bright, radiant, little star'. It comes from Persian (via Greek Roxane).

Is Roksana a Muslim name?

Roksana is a Persian name rather than an Arabic one, but it is widely used by Muslim families, especially in Bangladesh.

How do you pronounce Roksana?

Roksana is pronounced rok-SAH-nah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.