Dixie, of American origin, is a unisex given name that has been more commonly used for females over time. It gained popularity in the late 19th century, likely influenced by the term 'Dixie Land', a reference to the southern U.S. states during the Civil War era. The name Dixie is also associated with the song 'Dixie', written in 1859, which became known as the de facto national anthem of the Confederacy during that period.
The name Dixie experienced varying popularity over the years, with a notable peak in the early 20th century. From 1886 to 1943, there were several years with more than 20 births per year, reaching a high of 24 in 1919 and 23 in both 1942 and 1943. However, from 1950 onwards, the name's popularity declined significantly, with most years seeing fewer than 10 births, and many years having only 5 births or even fewer. Overall, between 1886 and 1981, there were a total of 752 births named Dixie.