First name Roux - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
French
Nameday
Meaning
Roux is a gender-neutral name from French origins. It signifies “red” and is pronounced without sounding the final “x.” The name comes from a French surname that traces back to the Latin term *russus*, originally used as a descriptive nickname for individuals with red hair.
Famous people with the first name Roux
- La Roux (British singer-songwriter and music producer)
- Michel Albert Roux (Person)
- Paul Le Roux (Person)
- Albert Roux (French restaurateur and Michelin-starred chef)
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