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Name Origin

Dixie is a nickname for the Southern United States, derived from the French dix (meaning 'ten') and referring to the Mason-Dixon line, which historically served as a boundary between slave states and free states. As a given name, Dixie emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often associated with a sense of Southern charm, hospitality, and tradition.

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Famous People

Dixie Carter (1939-2010)

Actress

  • Starred in the television series 'Designing Women'
  • Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame