Dickey Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dickey is derived from the Old High German name Dicco, which is a diminutive of Dietrich, meaning brave ruler. The name has evolved through historical forms such as Dicco and Dick before reaching its modern form. It reflects traits of warmth and friendliness and has no biblical significance. Dickey gained popularity in the Middle Ages and has remained in use, with notable individuals bearing the name contributing to its recognition.
The name Dickey is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dickey has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Dickey' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4785th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1729th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1597th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3998th out of 10718 names. Discover how the name 'Dickey' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dickey"
Pronunciation
/ˈdɪki/
Origin
Old High German
Etymology
The name Dickey is derived from the Old High German name 'Dicco,' which is a diminutive of names like 'Dietrich,' meaning 'ruler of the people.'
Meaning
brave ruler
Language Evolution
Dicco, Dick, Dickey
Historical Usage
The name Dickey gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages as a diminutive form of Richard and became more widely used in the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Dick, Dicky, Dik
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Dickey is seen as a casual and friendly name, often associated with a sense of warmth and approachability.
Famous People
Dickey Betts - American musician and founding member of the Allman Brothers Band, Dickey Moore - Canadian professional hockey player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dickey"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Dickey"
"Dickey" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4785th of 7545 | 37 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1729th of 6773 | 316 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1597th of 7552 | 458 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3998th of 10718 | 107 |
Regional Popularity of "Dickey" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
69.06% 1625th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
44.51% 1270th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dickey" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Dickey"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dickey" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.