Nixie

Meaning of Nixie

Nixie, pronounced NIK-see (/ˈnɪksi/), is a female given name of Germanic origin that conjures the image of an enchanting water sprite—derived from the mythological “Nixe” of northern folklore, half-woman, half-fish, who drifts along riverbanks with effortless grace. Though its syllables ripple lightly on the tongue, Nixie maintains a quietly buoyant presence in the United States, averaging around twenty newborns per year and settling comfortably in the mid-900s of baby-name rankings. This steady, if modest, performance suggests a discreet charm: parents seeking a distinctive yet approachable moniker find reassurance in its rarity, confident that their little Nixie will stand out without straying too far from the mainstream. In an Anglo-American context, the name strikes a balance between whimsical heritage and contemporary flair, evoking sun-dappled streams or the play of light on water while retaining a dry, undercurrent wit—after all, originality often lies just beneath the surface.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as NIK-see (/ˈnɪksi/)

• Lexie
• Roxie
• Trixie
• Dixie
• Maxie
• Pixie