Dixie

Dixie is a nickname for the Southern United States, particularly the states that belonged to the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War.

The origin of the term is uncertain, but it may have derived from the word 'dixie', referring to the French word 'dix' (ten) and used in reference to the ten-dollar banknotes issued by Citizens' Bank in New Orleans.

As a given name, Dixie emerged in the late 19th century, used primarily for girls born in the Southern states. It became especially popular in the early 20th century as a reflection of Southern pride and heritage.

Today, the name Dixie is still used occasionally, though it can be seen as controversial due to its associations with the Confederacy and the history of slavery and racial segregation in the American South.