Pixie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationPIK-see / /ˈpɪk.si/English; Celtic
Meaning
English: fairy; Celtic: small or tiny
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Pixie is derived from English folklore, where pixies are depicted as playful, mischievous creatures. In Celtic mythology, the term is associated with small, fairy-like beings. The name has gained popularity in modern times, often used for its whimsical connotations. It is commonly given to girls and reflects a light-hearted, imaginative spirit.
Trend Summary
The name Pixie has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pixie was first seen in the United States in 1946. Pixie has ranked as high as #1042 nationally, which occurred in 1955, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Pixie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pixie (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 18 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1955 | 37 |
| 1956 | 35 |
| 1957 | 25 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 22 |
| 1960 | 21 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 11 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 33 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 7 |