Dijon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Dijon originates from the Latin 'Divio', evolving through its historical forms to represent a notable city in France. The name signifies richness and culinary tradition, has no direct biblical relevance, and has gained popularity tied to its cultural associations. Notable individuals with the name contribute to its modern image as sophisticated and unique.
The name Dijon is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dijon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Dijon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7089th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1577th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3409th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6221st out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11872nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Dijon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dijon"
Pronunciation
/diˈʒɒn/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Dijon is derived from the Latin word 'Divio', which referred to a Celtic settlement in the region. It is also associated with the city of Dijon in France, known for its mustard and historical significance.
Meaning
The name relates to the city of Dijon and is often associated with culinary and cultural richness.
Language Evolution
Divio, Dijon
Historical Usage
Dijon has gained popularity as a name in various cultures, particularly due to its association with the city known for its historical and culinary significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Dijon mustard, Dijonie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Dijon is perceived as unique and sophisticated, often linked to gastronomy and French culture.
Famous People
Dijon Kizzee, Dijon Johnson
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dijon"
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 "Dijon"
"Dijon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7089th of 10718 | 26 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1577th of 16616 | 798 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3409th of 24088 | 454 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6221st of 23106 | 165 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11872nd of 27321 | 69 |
Regional Popularity of "Dijon" by Generation for Male 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) |
36.07% 1329th/3685 |
29.70% 1329th/4475 |
30.32% 1575th/5194 |
21.58% 1363rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
51.10% 2639th/5164 |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
40.37% 3013th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Dijon" 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 "Dijon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Dijon" 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.