Nixon Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationNIK-sun / /ˈnɪk.sən/English; Irish
Meaning
English: son of Nick; Irish: from the island of Nixon
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Nixon is derived from the English surname, which means 'son of Nick' or 'son of Nicholas.' It gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly due to Richard Nixon, the 37th President of the United States. The name has also been associated with various places and families in Ireland. As a given name, it has seen varying levels of popularity over the years.
Trend Summary
Nixon has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nix
- Nixson
International Variants
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Famous people named Nixon
Nixon Peabody is a prominent law firm in the United States, known for its legal services.
Fictional characters named Nixon
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nixon was first seen in the United States in 1917. Nixon has ranked as high as #822 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California, Utah, Texas, Arizona, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Nixon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nixon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 42 | |
| TX | 19 | |
| UT | 18 | |
| ID | 13 | |
| AZ | 12 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| OH | 11 | |
| MO | 9 | |
| OK | 8 | |
| MN | 8 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| HI | 8 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| NV | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 15 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 26 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 47 |
| 2005 | 57 |
| 2006 | 74 |
| 2007 | 78 |
| 2008 | 119 |
| 2009 | 154 |
| 2010 | 188 |
| 2011 | 226 |
| 2012 | 365 |
| 2013 | 433 |
| 2014 | 470 |
| 2015 | 560 |
| 2016 | 570 |
| 2017 | 607 |
| 2018 | 572 |
| 2019 | 471 |
| 2020 | 411 |
| 2021 | 384 |
| 2022 | 354 |
| 2023 | 263 |
| 2024 | 275 |