Nixon
Nixon is a boy name of English origin meaning “Son of Nicholas”, pronounced NIK-sun. It ranked #1061 in the United States in 2025, given to 206 babies, and peaked at #482 in 2017. Common nicknames: Nix, Nicky.
How popular is Nixon in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Nixon mean, and where does it come from?
Nixon is an English and Scottish border surname meaning son of Nick, and so a descendant of Nicholas. Its American history is complicated by a single presidency, which is why the name was almost unused for a generation after 1974. Time did its work: the records show a revival from the mid-2000s, the top thousand from 2011 and a peak in 2017, as the association faded for parents born after the event. It now sits with Paxton, Maddox and Knox as an X-name first and a surname second.
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Famous People Named Nixon
- Nixon Kiprotich — Kenyan middle-distance runner and Olympic medallist
- Nixon Perea — Colombian professional footballer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Nixon mean?
Nixon is a boy name of English origin meaning "Son of Nicholas." Nixon is an English and Scottish border surname meaning son of Nick, and so a descendant of Nicholas. Its American history is complicated by a single presidency, which is why the name was almost unused for a generation after 1974.
How do you pronounce Nixon?
Nixon is pronounced NIK-sun. Common variations include Nixson, Nickson, Nyxon.
Is Nixon a boy name?
Yes, Nixon is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Nix, Nicky.