From Greek Φιλομήλη (Philomele), derived from φίλος (philos) meaning “lover, friend” and μῆλον (melon) meaning “fruit”. The second element has also been interpreted as Greek μέλος (melos) meaning “song”. In Greek myth Philomela was the sister-in-law of Tereus, who raped her and cut out her tongue. Prokne avenged her sister by killing her son by Tereus, after which Tereus attempted to kill Philomela. However, the gods intervened and transformed her into a nightingale.
People with the name Roxane have a deep inner desire to create and express themselves, often in public speaking, acting, writing or singing. They also yearn to have beauty around them in their home and work environment.
People with the name Michaela have a deep inner need for quiet, and a desire to understand and analyze the world they live in, and to learn the deeper truths.