Dijon
Dijon is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
From Dijon (the capital city of Burgundy, France).
Origin and history
Dijon is a masculine name derived from the eastern French city of Dijon, historically the capital of the Duchy of Burgundy. It gained usage in the United States during the late 20th century alongside other French-inspired location and vocabulary names. While uncommon today, it remains a distinctive choice with modern geographical flair.
Popularity in the United States
1,450 babies in the United States have been named Dijon since 1880. It ranks #3277 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1854.
States where it is most popular
- CA (38.1 %)
- NY (21.7 %)
- FL (9 %)
- IL (7.8 %)
- MI (6.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 21 |
| 1980-1990 | 197 |
| 1990-2000 | 749 |
| 2000-2010 | 257 |
| 2010-2019 | 148 |
| 2020-2029 | 73 |
Famous people named Dijon
- Dijon Duenas: Musician, Singer
Fun facts
- The city of Dijon dates back to Roman times when it was known as Divio.
- The name experienced its peak usage in the United States in the late 1980s and 1990s.