Oksana

Oksana is a female given name of Ukrainian origin. It is the Ukrainian form of Xenia, which itself comes from the Greek name Xenia, meaning hospitality or guest-friendship. The name is commonly associated with hospitality toward guests and is often interpreted as gracious or welcoming. In Ukraine and among Ukrainian-speaking communities, Oksana is widely used, and it has spread to other Slavic countries and to the diaspora, sometimes transliterated as Oxana or rendered as Xenia in English contexts.

Variations and related forms include Oxana and Xenia, with corresponding forms such as Xeniya in some languages. Diminutives and affectionate forms vary by region and family, but common examples include shorter forms used in everyday speech.

Notable people named Oksana include Oksana Baiul, a Ukrainian former figure skater and 1994 Olympic champion; Oksana Grigorieva, a Russian pianist, singer, and actress; Oksana Chusovitina, a gymnast who has competed in eight Olympic Games for the Soviet Union, the Unified Team, and Uzbekistan; and Oksana Lyniv, a Ukrainian conductor known for international performances.

In culture and media, the name Oksana appears in literature and film, reflecting its prevalence in Ukrainian and post-Soviet contexts. The name continues to be used across different countries and communities, maintaining its core association with hospitality and warmth.