English · Girl name
Dixie
“southern region of the United States”
About the name Dixie
Dixie is derived from the term for the southern United States, ‘Dixie’ or ‘Dixieland’, whose exact origin is disputed. The name is associated with Southern culture and hospitality, and with musical styles such as Dixieland jazz. The song ‘Dixie’ became an anthem during the Civil War, adopted by the Confederacy, which ties the word closely to that history. As a girl’s name it came into use in the United States in the twentieth century, and Dixie Carter was a known American actress.
- Meaning
- southern region of the United States
- Origin
- English
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- DIX-ee(2 syl.)
Middle names for Dixie
- Dixie Marie
- Dixie Ann
- Dixie Louise
- Dixie Jane
- Dixie Renee
Questions about Dixie
- What does Dixie mean?
- Dixie is an English name meaning "southern region of the United States".
- How do you pronounce Dixie?
- Dixie is pronounced DIX-ee, with emphasis on the first syllable.
- What are variants of Dixie?
- Variants of Dixie include Dixy.
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