At a glance
- In short
- Hicks is a strong and distinctive male name with American English pronunciation, offering timeless charm for your baby boy.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1952 (#3,734)
- Babies in 1952
- 5 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #2,457 in 1914
- First recorded
- 1913
Meaning of Hicks
Hicks is a male name with American English pronunciation, pronounced as hiks (/hɪks/). It is also spelled as Hix. The name Hicks has been recorded in the United States since at least the early 20th century. While it may not be as common as some other names, it has maintained a steady presence over the years. In terms of associations, Hicks is often seen as a strong and distinctive name choice for parents looking for something unique. With its historical usage and distinct sound, Hicks offers a timeless charm that can make it an appealing choice for your baby boy.
How to pronounce Hicks
English
- Pronounced hiks /hɪks/
Popularity of Hicks in the U.S.
Hicks was last recorded in the U.S. in 1952, ranked #3,734 with 5 babies. It peaked at #2,457 in 1914. It first appears in the records in 1913.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1913–1952 12 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 5 | 3,734 | back (not recorded in 1936–1951) |
| 1935 | 5 | 3,645 | back (not recorded in 1934) |
| 1933 | 5 | 3,642 | back (not recorded in 1931–1932) |
| 1930 | 5 | 4,001 | back (not recorded in 1928–1929) |
| 1927 | 6 | 3,780 | back (not recorded in 1925–1926) |
| 1924 | 5 | 4,347 | back (not recorded in 1923) |
| 1922 | 6 | 3,872 | ▼ 658 |
| 1921 | 8 | 3,214 | back (not recorded in 1920) |
| 1919 | 9 | 2,877 | back (not recorded in 1918) |
| 1917 | 7 | 3,217 | back (not recorded in 1915–1916) |
| 1914 | 8 | 2,457 | ▲ 364 |
| 1913 | 5 | 2,821 | new |
Notable people named Hicks
- Hicks Lokey — William "Hicks" Lokey was an American animator best known for his work at Fleischer Studios.