Dicie
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
1,167 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1920 Peak Popularity Year
42 Peak Births

Dicie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Dicie originates from the name Diana, meaning heavenly or divine. The name has evolved through forms such as Diane and Dichelle before emerging as Dicie. It is associated with positive traits and has no biblical relevance. Popularity surged in the early to mid-20th century, and it is currently regarded as a charming, vintage name.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Dicie"

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Pronunciation

/ˈdaɪsi/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

Dicie is a diminutive form derived from the name 'Dichelle' or 'Die', which itself originates from the name 'Diana', meaning 'divine' or 'heavenly'.

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Meaning

heavenly, divine

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Language Evolution

Diana, Diane, Dichelle, Dicie

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Historical Usage

Dicie gained popularity in the early to mid-20th century as a feminine given name, often used as a nickname.

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Variants & Derivatives

Diana, Diane, Dici

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Dicie is perceived as a vintage and charming name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.

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Famous People

Dicie L. Kauffman, an American artist, Dicie Lee, a notable figure in local community service

📊 Dicie Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Dicie Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 42 peak births in 1920

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in West Virginia

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Dicie" - Complete Guide (6 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Dicie". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 6 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Dicie"

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 "Dicie"

"Dicie" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 1437th of 9107 533
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 2371st of 9204 242
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 4940th of 12526 120
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 13742nd of 19264 18
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 27321st of 27321 5

Regional Popularity of "Dicie" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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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)
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Regional Popularity of "Dicie" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 50.21%
1188th/2366
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - 73.99%
1741st/2353
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Dicie"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Dicie" 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.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Dicie" in the United States

The name Dicie is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. 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, Dicie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Dicie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1437th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2371st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4940th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13742nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Dicie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

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