Nix

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Pronounced NIKS /ˈnɪks/High

Meaning: Variously a German surname/word for 'a water spirit, a nixie' and the Latin nix, 'snow'; also a short form of Nicholas; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A water spirit; snow: Nix is variously 'a water spirit' and Latin 'snow'. Crisp, bold, and warm (said 'NIKS').

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Origin LowGerman, Latin

MeaningVariously a German surname/word for 'a water spirit, a nixie' and the Latin nix, 'snow'; also a short form of Nicholas; routes layered

U.S. rank (2025)#7538 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 96

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Nix is variously a German surname and word for 'a water spirit, a nixie', the Latin nix, 'snow' (also a moon of Pluto), and a short form of Nicholas (routes layered, which we note). A crisp, bold one-syllable name (nickname Nix).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-water-spirit-or-snow at the root, and bold.

Did you know? Nix is variously a German word for 'a water spirit, a nixie', the Latin nix, 'snow', and a short form of Nicholas — a crisp, bold one-syllable name (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'NIKS').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Nix — routes layered

Variations

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Nix mean?

Nix is variously German 'a water spirit', Latin 'snow', and a short form of Nicholas; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Nix?

It's said NIKS /ˈnɪks/ — one syllable.

Is Nix a boy or girl name?

Nix is a boy's name.

How popular is Nix?

Nix is a very rare name in the U.S.