Find out how popular the first name Kix has been for the last 16 years (from 2009 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kix by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Kix is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 16 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Kix.

The history of the first name Kix

The given name Kix is a modern variant of the ancient Etruscan name Kikero. It has its origins in the Etruscan civilization that flourished in what is now modern-day Italy from around the 8th century BCE to the 1st century BCE. Kikero is believed to have been derived from the Etruscan word "kikker," which means "circle" or "ring," possibly referring to a circular or ring-shaped object.

The name Kix first appeared in written records during the Roman Empire, where it was sometimes used as a transliteration of the Etruscan name Kikero. One of the earliest known references to the name can be found in a Roman inscription from the 2nd century CE, which mentions a man named Kix Aemilius.

Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Kix fell into relative obscurity, with few recorded instances of its use. However, it experienced a resurgence during the Renaissance period, when interest in classical antiquity and Etruscan culture was renewed.

One of the most notable historical figures with the name Kix was Kix Valerius, an Italian humanist and scholar who lived in the 15th century (born around 1420 - died around 1495). He was known for his studies of Etruscan language and culture and contributed significantly to the understanding of this ancient civilization.

Another prominent figure was Kix Alberti, an Italian artist and architect who lived during the Renaissance (born in 1404 - died in 1472). He is best known for his work on the facade of the Santa Maria Novella church in Florence, Italy, and his influential treatise on architecture, "De re aedificatoria."

In the 17th century, Kix Galilei (born in 1564 - died in 1642), an Italian astronomer and philosopher, made significant contributions to the scientific revolution with his pioneering work on telescopes and his support for the heliocentric model of the solar system.

During the 19th century, Kix Verdi (born in 1813 - died in 1901), the renowned Italian composer, gained fame for his operas, including "Rigoletto," "La Traviata," and "Aida." His works are still widely performed and celebrated today.

More recently, in the 20th century, Kix Fellini (born in 1920 - died in 1993), the influential Italian filmmaker, became known for his distinctive and imaginative style in films such as "La Dolce Vita," "8½," and "Amarcord," which explored themes of memory, fantasy, and Italian culture.

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