Dixon Facts for Kids

Dixon is a name that can mean different things, often related to the name "Dickson." It comes from English and means "son of Richard" or "Dick's son."

Places Named Dixon
People Named Dixon
Other Uses of Dixon
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Places Named Dixon

Many places around the world are named Dixon. These towns, cities, and areas are often named after people with the surname Dixon, or after important historical figures.

Dixon in Canada

Dixon, Ontario: A community located in the Canadian province of Ontario.

Dixon in the United States

The name Dixon is quite common for places in the United States. Here are a few examples:

Dixon, California: A city in Solano County, California.
Dixon, Illinois: A city in Lee County, Illinois, known for its history.
Dixon, Iowa: A small city in Scott County, Iowa.
Dixon, Missouri: A city in Pulaski County, Missouri.
Dixon, Wyoming: A town in Carbon County, Wyoming.
Dixon County, Nebraska: A county in the state of Nebraska.
Dixon Entrance: This is a large body of water between Alaska (USA) and British Columbia (Canada). It's an important part of the Inside Passage, a route for ships.

Dixon in Other Countries

Dixons Creek, Victoria: A small town located in the state of Victoria, Australia.

People Named Dixon

Dixon (surname): Dixon is a common last name for many people around the world.

Other Uses of Dixon

The name Dixon also appears in other interesting ways:

USS Dixon (AS-37): This was a ship in the United States Navy. It was a submarine tender, which means it helped repair and resupply submarines.
Dixon of Dock Green: This was a very popular British TV show about a police officer named George Dixon. It ran for many years, from 1955 to 1976.
Dixon Ticonderoga: This is a well-known company that makes pencils and other art supplies. You might have used their pencils in school!
Dixon (Shacklefords, Virginia): This refers to a historic home located in Shacklefords, Virginia, in the United States.

Dixon facts for kids

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