Nixon

Pronunciation: [ n-IHKS-uhn ]

Boy Name #873 Most Popular Rising 2 Syllables

Son of victory — a presidential surname gone bold and modern

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Meaning & Origin

"son of Nicholas, son of Nick"

Origin: English

Language: English

"son of the victor"

Origin: Greek via English

Language: English

Things to Know About This Name

Richard Nixon, the only US President to resign from office, may give the name political baggage for some families

The Story of Nixon

Nixon is an English surname meaning son of Nick or son of Nicholas, with Nicholas itself from the Greek Nikolaos — nikos meaning victory and laos meaning people, thus victory of the people. As a given name, Nixon follows the trendy pattern of presidential and historical surnames used as first names, joining Lincoln, Monroe, and Reagan. The surname came to prominence through Richard Nixon but as a first name it has shed much of that political association.

Nixon has been rising as a first name since the 2010s, part of the presidential surname trend. Parents are drawn to its strong, punchy sound — two syllables, ending in -son, easy to say. The Nix nickname gives it extra cool factor. Despite Richard Nixon's political history, the name has largely been reclaimed by parents who value its sound over its associations.

Richard Nixon was the 37th President of the United States and the only president to resign from office, during the Watergate scandal in 1974. However, as a first name, Nixon increasingly stands on its own as a modern surname-name choice divorced from its political connotations.

Fun Facts

Richard Nixon was the only US President to resign from office, in August 1974
Nixon as a first name has been rising since the 2010s, largely divorced from its political associations

Nixon in Other Languages

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Famous People Named Nixon

Richard Nixon

Politician

1913

37th President of the United States, known for opening diplomatic relations with China and for the Watergate scandal tha...

37th President of the United States, known for opening diplomatic relations with China and for the Watergate scandal that led to his resignation in 1974

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #873
Total SSA Count: 275
Cultural Origins: English American Australian
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Common Nicknames

Nix

Pairs Well With

Nixon James Nixon Cole Nixon Reid Nixon Blake Nixon Lane Nixon Grey

Sibling Names

Dixon Lennon Monroe Reagan Lincoln Sloane

Also a Girl Name

Nixon is also used as a girl name, ranked #12245.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nixon

What does the name Nixon mean?

"son of Nicholas, son of Nick" (from English). "son of the victor" (from Greek via English). Nixon is an English surname meaning son of Nick or son of Nicholas, with Nicholas itself from the Greek Nikolaos — nikos meaning victory and laos meaning people, thus victory of the people. As a given name, Nixon follows the trendy pattern of presidential and historical surnames used as first names, joining Lincoln, Monroe, and Reagan. The surname came to prominence through Richard Nixon but as a first name it has shed much of that political association.

What is the origin of the name Nixon?

Nixon has English, Greek via English, American, and Australian origins. In English, it means "son of Nicholas, son of Nick". In Greek via English, it means "son of the victor".

Is Nixon a boy or girl name?

Nixon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #873. As a girl name, it is ranked #12245. Nixon is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Nixon?

Nixon is pronounced n-IHKS-uhn.

How popular is the name Nixon?

Nixon is currently ranked #873 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Nixon?

Common nicknames for Nixon include Nix.

What are good middle names for Nixon?

Popular middle name pairings include Nixon James, Nixon Cole, Nixon Reid, Nixon Blake, Nixon Lane, and Nixon Grey.

What are good sibling names for Nixon?

Names that pair well with Nixon as siblings include Dixon, Lennon, Monroe, Reagan, Lincoln, and Sloane.

How many syllables does Nixon have?

Nixon has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Nixon a common or rare name?

Nixon is moderately common, ranked #873 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.

About the Name Nixon

Nixon is a boy name with English, American, and Australian origins . The name means "son of Nicholas, son of Nick" in English .

Is Nixon a boy or girl name? Nixon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #873 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #12,245. Nixon is more commonly used as a boy name.

Nixon is currently ranked #873 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Nixon has 2 syllables and is pronounced n-IHKS-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Nixon include Nix. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.