Constellations

My thoughts are stars. I cannot fathom into constellations.

The Fault in Our Stars – John Green

I love the name Roksana and Sana a lot … the meaning suggests something related to stars and then again I love the whole universe a lot too💫

Roksana/رقصنا
r(u)-ksa-na, ruk-sana\ is a variant of Roxanne(Persian), and the meaning, literally is ‘Luminous Beauty’, nd loosely ‘The Dawn’

Sana/سناء/साना
means ‘radiance’ in Arabic. From Hindi origins, Sana means ‘to gleam’ or ‘to shine’✨ The name reminds them to never dim their light. It translates to ‘brilliant’ and ‘praise’ also

However, some call me Ruksana (رقصنا) as pronounced in Arabic language. My family and my few school friends call me by my other nickname from my childhood which I don’t adore much, so I don’t use at all … I prefer introducing myself as ‘Roksana Amelia’ …

‘Sana’ is a cute sweet name that I’ve recently grown to love, and someone said that it’s a cute little name just like me, (that made me happy) and often I wish to keep it as my beloved nickname …

And there my artist name is Roksana Amelia. I took the name Amelia from Amelia Earhart, one of the most famous American pilots. She is the first woman to fly solo and nonstop across the United States, among other accomplishments. One day I watched ‘Amelia’ – a biographical film based on her life, and I was so inspired and during that phase of the Pandemic 2020, I started my painting journey, and I felt it’s something that I really love- and it seems like impossible also. There I found inspiration from the film Amelia, and I snapped it in my mind to use as an artist, So that’s the inspiration behind Roksana Amelia. And I mentioned it in the brochure of my first painting exhibition …

Amelia/ ə-MEE-lee-ə
a name perfectly suited to them who approach life with a desire to do their best

My name carries various meanings for different people. I’ve been told it is beautiful. I’ve come to understand that names carry certain expectations, and with a name like Roksana Amelia, people might anticipate someone both distant and distinct …

What matters most is what my name means to me. It took me years to understand that a name can be both a source of alienation and belonging. Having a unique name as a child often meant trying to fit in while feeling different. I loved the name Roksana a lot, then I remember wishing my nickname were different, a short cute name instead of the nickname that I’ve for years. Though I understand that my family and friends love the ‘me’ behind the name they call me, not just the name itself.

And I’ve been given some cute names by my nieces and nephews. My littlest nephews call me Aunt Amy and other elder nephews call me Shimmer, Shimama, Shimapata😊. My father adorably calls me ‘Ma Shi Ma’. Some call me RA, Rok as well- and I understand that they shorten the name to express their love and care through those names. And I wear Hijab🧕🏻, so I’m sometimes Ninja. In the past, if anyone called me Roksy, I would politely say, “Please, do not call me by that name.” However, I’ve fallen in love with this name, mainly because of the affection I receive when it is used. It’s interesting how a name you once disliked can grow on you due to the way others cherish it. Eventually, it starts to carry a sense of grandeur and significance of its own.

It’s only in my adulthood that I began to understand the significance of my name. I encourage any new people to call me as Roksana. I think I have embraced the meaning of this name quite gracefully, wearing it with pride to honor, celebrate and respect whoever I’m with it …

Tell me, who are you with your name?

Or tell me, if people say, ‘What’s in a name? A name is a name is just a name’, what would you say to them?

12 thoughts on “Constellations”

  1. Radiant beauty IS definitely you, sweet soul. I think you shine in every aspect, including your unique name, your talents, your fun persona, and your insightful sensitive nature I agree that our name carries baggage, like expectations, and esp if we dont like our name. That is my problem. but i love my nickname so i’ve learned to accept that I must accept one to have the other. — Amelia Earhart is one admirable woman and I wish I was courageous like her!

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    1. Thank you dear Stephie for such a heartfelt and uplifting message. It’s wonderful to connect with someone who understands the deeper significance of names and the weight they carry …

      And that’s a great perspective! It’s wonderful that you’ve embraced your nickname … May I know what’s your nickname?

      Amelia Earhart is indeed an inspiring figure. But I can tell you have such an own unique kind of courage and strength too!

      Love you sweet. Love and blessings on your journey of life …. ✨

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      1. My nickname is Stephie. I dont like my formal name — Estefania. like the uncle i was named after. He was a good enough uncle but he was cursed with a not so lovely name either. 🙂 — You’re a sweetheart for seeing a courage and strength that I am wishing I had more of. Being weak of spirit and body is probably my biggest issue and that stifles my courage and strength. — I miss my old self. — I look at others and wish to get inspired but it has not rubbed off on me yet — unfortunately. 🙂 — Thank you, honey bunch, for being my good pal.

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  2. I have not seen the movie Amelia, but I have seen other movies about the early history of women pilots and the entire story is fascinating! But I really enjoyed the movie ‘Amelie’ intensely, and I think of that when I read this post. It is funny, as a youth I grew up on a street called ‘Amelia’. I would think if I knew the history of how the street was named, it would be after ‘Amelia Earnhardt’. The name Amelia has seen various periods of popularity, but it reached a peak in recent years. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA) in the United States, Amelia climbed in popularity throughout the early 2000s and reached its highest point around the 2010s.

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  3. I think that Roksana Amelia sounds exotic, creative, and adventurous.

    Our names – either our given names or the ones we choose for ourselves – have power and can define us.

    I go by my given name for my professional and creative endeavors. My birth mother was British and apparently my first and middle name were chosen from the names of English kings. I’m not sure how I feel about that since those kings don’t have the best reputations. 🙂

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    1. Oh! That’s so funny the way you put it about those kings having some questionable reputations … 😊

      Also I think it must be interesting to have such a historical connection through your name. While those kings might not have the best reputations, your name takes on its own unique meaning through your achievements and character.

      It’s all about how you make it your own. Right?

      And thank you Richard! I love how you described my name. Names really do hold power and can shape our identities. Roksana Amelia makes me feel both unique and inspired, embodying the qualities I aspire to.

      Have a wonderful weekend very soon!
      ✨

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    1. Yes I do …
I feel blessed and loved for this …

      And there you are calling me Roksy consistently for years now! You’re stubborn! My sister in law used to call me the same name as you do! But she has stopped calling me now as I did not like it, but I can see you’re stubborn. But then I must tell you, I love this name now … I respect your persistency with it.

      Thank you Devang.
My pleasure to share with you all …
      🔆🌟😊

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