How popular is the name Dickson in 2025?

Dickson is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Dickson most popular?

Dickson peaked in 1946, reaching #2143 among US boy names.

Dickson will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Dickson entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2143 in 1946, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#2143

peak (1946)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 400 people named Dickson are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Dickson alive today was born around 1962, making them about 63 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Dickson in 2025?: Dickson is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Dickson most popular?: Dickson peaked in 1946, reaching #2143 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Dickson with classmates?: Dickson will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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