Nixon
How to say it: NIKS-un · /ˈnɪksən/
English surname meaning 'son of Nicholas' (Greek: victory + people). Used as a given name via surname transfer.
Nixon was the 959th most popular boys’ name in the United States in 2025, given to 206 babies (Social Security Administration). Its busiest decade was the 2010s, its births are down about 63% in ten years, and it is projected to slip to #1,351 by 2030.
Updated · SSA 2025 data, published May 2026 · How we compute these figures
Key facts
| Rank among boys’ names, 2025 | #959 |
|---|---|
| Babies born in 2025 | 206 |
| Share of births | 1 in 16,093 |
| Peak decade | 2010s |
| Change over 10 years | −63% |
| Projected rank for 2030 (estimate) | #1,351 |
Sources: Social Security Administration (SSA). How we compute these figures.
Its life, decade by decade
After a rise that peaked in the 2010s, Nixon remains close to its best. The next few years are likely to bring a gentle slip.
What goes with it
Crisp at the start with a breathy finish, it carries a strong tone in two syllables. Paxton pairs easily alongside it.
In the classroom
In a class of 25 children born in 2025, the chance that another child is called Nixon is about under 1 in 200.
Around the world
This spelling is used in English.
Famous people named Nixon
- Nixon Perea (born 1973)Colombian association football player
- Nixon Kiprotich (born 1962)Kenyan athletics competitor
- Nixon Carcelén (born 1969)Ecuadorian footballer
From Wikidata and Wikipedia
Good to know
- Richard Nixon, resigned US presidency over Watergate cover-up; scandal dominates the name
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