Declining since 2017, #1,060 for boys today.
Popularity of Nixon since 1917
Babies named Nixon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 11 |
| 1920s | 32 |
| 1930s | 20 |
| 1940s | 19 |
| 1950s | 27 |
| 1960s | 27 |
| 1970s | 12 |
| 1980s | 79 |
| 1990s | 174 |
| 2000s | 627 |
| 2010s | 4,463 |
| 2020s | 1,898 |
Meaning & origin
Nixon first entered the U.S. naming records in 1917 but remained rare for decades. Its popularity surged in the 2010s, peaking in 2017, before entering a declining trend. In 2025, it ranked 1060th, with 1 in 8,292 boys receiving the name. Top states for Nixon include Utah, Idaho, and Nevada, reflecting a Western U.S. preference. The name's strength lies in its surname-as-first-name style, fitting alongside modern choices like Carter and Hudson.
Nixon is a patronymic surname that originated in medieval England, meaning 'son of Nick.' Nick is a diminutive of Nicholas, a name of Greek origin. As a given name, Nixon gained visibility through U.S. President Richard Nixon (1913-1994) and later saw modern use as a first name, particularly for boys, in the early 21st century.
Where Nixon is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nix, Nicky
Sibling names for Nixon
Names that share Nixon's style, for a brother or sister.
