Dixon
DIK-suhn
Popularity
#2671
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
English
Total Births
3,045
Peak Year
#80 in 2016
First Recorded
1881
Style
Vintage, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Dixon is an English surname derived from a medieval nickname meaning "son of Dick", Dick being a diminutive of Richard. Richard means 'powerful ruler'.
Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Willie Dixon
American blues musician, songwriter, record producer
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