Dixon
Dixon is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Dick or son of Richard.
Origin and history
Dixon originated as an English patronymic surname meaning 'son of Dick' or 'son of Richard'. Historically more common as a family name, it has maintained a steady, modest presence as a given name in the United States. It offers a strong, traditional surname-as-first-name choice with classic roots.
Popularity in the United States
3,079 babies in the United States have been named Dixon since 1880. It ranks #2323 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1661.
States where it is most popular
- TX (27.6 %)
- CA (15.7 %)
- NY (11.9 %)
- FL (7.8 %)
- GA (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 130 |
| 1920-1930 | 222 |
| 1930-1940 | 208 |
| 1940-1950 | 269 |
| 1950-1960 | 288 |
| 1960-1970 | 188 |
| 1970-1980 | 128 |
| 1980-1990 | 148 |
| 1990-2000 | 259 |
| 2000-2010 | 344 |
| 2010-2019 | 623 |
| 2020-2029 | 266 |
Famous people named Dixon
- Dixon Denham: Explorer, Military Officer
Nicknames
Dick, Dix
Fun facts
- The name stems from medieval diminutives of Richard, combining 'Dick' with 'son'.
- Like Mason or Jackson, Dixon reflects the long-standing English-speaking practice of transferring family surnames to the first-name position.