Dixon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDIK-sun / /ˈdɪk.sən/English; Irish
Meaning
English: son of Dick; Irish: descendant of the son of the ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dixon is derived from the English surname, which means 'son of Dick.' It has roots in both English and Irish cultures, where it was often used as a patronymic surname. The name has been used as a given name since the 19th century and has seen varying levels of popularity over time.
Trend Summary
Dixon has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in usage in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dix
- Dixie
International Variants
- Dixon (English)
Famous people named Dixon
Dixon Ticonderoga: an American brand known for its pencils and other stationery products.
Dixon G. H. Smith: a notable American politician who served in the state legislature.
Dixon Chibanda: a Zimbabwean psychiatrist known for his work in mental health.
Dixon Hall Lewis: an American politician who served in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Fictional characters named Dixon
Dixon (The Walking Dead): a character in the comic book series and television adaptation.
Dixon (The Last of Us): a character in the video game series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dixon was first seen in the United States in 1881. Dixon has ranked as high as #1320 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Georgia, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Dixon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dixon (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 6 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 18 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 13 |
| 1918 | 28 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 25 |
| 1921 | 18 |
| 1922 | 23 |
| 1923 | 28 |
| 1924 | 24 |
| 1925 | 23 |
| 1926 | 19 |
| 1927 | 20 |
| 1928 | 24 |
| 1929 | 18 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 23 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 17 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 20 |
| 1936 | 26 |
| 1937 | 23 |
| 1938 | 27 |
| 1939 | 21 |
| 1940 | 31 |
| 1941 | 20 |
| 1942 | 32 |
| 1943 | 29 |
| 1944 | 28 |
| 1945 | 17 |
| 1946 | 28 |
| 1947 | 32 |
| 1948 | 33 |
| 1949 | 19 |
| 1950 | 25 |
| 1951 | 37 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 38 |
| 1954 | 27 |
| 1955 | 30 |
| 1956 | 33 |
| 1957 | 29 |
| 1958 | 22 |
| 1959 | 25 |
| 1960 | 28 |
| 1961 | 24 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1964 | 17 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 13 |
| 1968 | 21 |
| 1969 | 16 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 16 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 14 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 14 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 20 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 27 |
| 1996 | 38 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 33 |
| 2000 | 35 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 35 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2005 | 38 |
| 2006 | 33 |
| 2007 | 35 |
| 2008 | 37 |
| 2009 | 50 |
| 2010 | 56 |
| 2011 | 59 |
| 2012 | 54 |
| 2013 | 62 |
| 2014 | 75 |
| 2015 | 70 |
| 2016 | 75 |
| 2017 | 60 |
| 2018 | 58 |
| 2019 | 54 |
| 2020 | 65 |
| 2021 | 30 |
| 2022 | 40 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2024 | 49 |