Dixon

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Dixon is an boy name of English origin, meaning “Son of Dick”.

MeaningSon of Dick
GenderBoy
OriginEnglish
PronunciationDIK-sun
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited States, United Kingdom

Meaning and origin of Dixon

Dixon is an English and Scottish surname meaning 'son of Dick', Dick being a medieval pet form of Richard. Richard itself is Germanic, from ric, 'power', and hard, 'brave'. The surname is familiar from the Mason-Dixon line, surveyed by Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon, and it is now used occasionally as a first name in the modern surname style.

Is Dixon a religious name?

Dixon is a secular surname-name with no religious meaning.

How popular is Dixon?

Rare but rising slightly as a first name in the United States.

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Spellings and variants of Dixon

Dickson

Names similar to Dixon

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Dixon mean?

Dixon means 'Son of Dick'. It is of English origin.

Does Dixon have a religious meaning?

Dixon is a secular surname-name with no religious meaning.

How do you pronounce Dixon?

Dixon is pronounced DIK-sun.

Is Dixon a boy or girl name?

Dixon is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.