Nix
Unisex
Nix is a short form of
Phoenix: on birth records it is written Phoenix (29,940 births). History, popularity and famous bearers: on the Phoenix page. Also a short form of Nixon.
Origin: Greek.
Meaning: dark red / crimson; the reborn firebird.
Phoenix comes from Greek 'phoinix', meaning 'dark red' or 'crimson' and denoting the mythical bird that is consumed by fire and rises anew from its own ashes.
The story of the name Nix
Nix is a short form of Phoenix. It keeps its origin (Greek) and meaning — dark red / crimson; the reborn firebird.
On birth records, Nix is rarely written as such: the Nixs are Phoenixs (29,940 births). For the name's history, year-by-year popularity and famous bearers, read the Phoenix page. Nix is also a short form of Nixon.
Frequently asked questions about Nix
What does Nix mean?
Nix is a short form of Phoenix, which means dark red / crimson; the reborn firebird.
When is Nix's name day?
Nix shares Phoenix's name day.
Is Nix a name in its own right?
It is a familiar short form. It does not appear as such in birth records, where you find Phoenix.
Nix's profile
Energy
8/10
Humor
5/10
Independence
9/10
Sensitivity
7/10
Ambition
7/10
Stability
4/10
Whimsy
9/10
Diplomacy
4/10
Loyalty
6/10
Need for attention
6/10
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