Holding steady.
Popularity of Rox since 1946
Babies named Rox per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 21 |
| 1950s | 208 |
| 1960s | 89 |
| 1970s | 7 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rox is a concise, punchy given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1946. It reached its peak rank in 1955, a period when the name saw its highest recorded usage, though it has never entered the top 1000. In the most recent year, 2025, the name's trajectory stabilized, suggesting a consistent niche appeal. Its 1-in-N ratio could not be calculated due to low frequency. Often considered a modern spin on traditional names, Rox carries an air of simplicity and boldness.
Rox may originate as a diminutive of Roxanne, a name derived from the Persian Roshanak meaning 'bright' or 'dawn.' Roxanne gained popularity in the English-speaking world after the 17th century, and Rox emerged as a modern, clipped variant. It may also have independent roots as a short form of other names beginning with 'Rox-'.
Sibling names for Rox
Names that share Rox's style, for a brother or sister.
