| Meaning | son of Dick, son of Richard | 
| Origin | English | 
| Gender | Boy | 
| Popularity | Moderate | 
| Length | 5 | 
| Syllables | 2 | 
| Syllabification | Dix-on | 
Crisp, concise, and surprisingly versatile, Dixon offers an unexpected alternative to more common surname-style first names. This name delivers instant memorability with just two syllables and five letters, making it easy to spell and pronounce across different contexts. Dixon carries an air of quiet confidence, neither demanding attention nor fading into the background. It has roots in traditional naming while feeling refreshingly modern, avoiding the overuse that plagues many classic choices. The 'x' adds an edge that prevents it from seeming too buttoned-up or conventional. Parents selecting Dixon often appreciate names that work well professionally while remaining personable. It suits various personality types, from the adventurous to the scholarly, without imposing expectations. Dixon ages exceptionally well, maintaining its appeal from playground to boardroom, and the lack of obvious nickname options means the name typically stays intact throughout life.
| Dickson | 
| Dixson | 
| Dikson | 
| Dixen | 
| Dixan | 
| Dixyn | 
| Dicksen | 
| Digson | 
| Dicksyn | 
| Dix | 
| Dick | 
| Dixie | 
| Don | 
    | Dixon Hall Lewis | American politician | 
| Dixon Denham | British explorer | 
| Dixon Kemp | British yachtsman | 
| Dixon R. Fox | American attorney | 
| Dixon Arnett | American politician | 
| Dixon Ryan Fox | American historian | 
| Dixon Edwards | American football player | 
| Dixon Machado | Venezuelan baseball player | 
| Dixon H. Lewis | American attorney | 
| Dixon of Dock Green | Character in a British TV series | 
| Dixon Hill | Character in "Star Trek - The Next Generation" | 
| Dixon Cider | Character in "South Park" | 
| Dixon Lamb | Character in "Veronica Mars" | 
| Dixon Piper | Character in "Ace Attorney" series | 
| Dixon Ornette | Character in "Xenoblade Chronicles X" | 
| Dixon Wilson | Character in "90210" TV series | 
| Dixon Carter | Character in "Emmerdale" TV series | 
| Dixon Ames | Character in "Scandal" TV series | 
| Dixon Sinclair | Character in "Touched by an Angel" TV series |