Jay Nixon
55th Governor of Missouri (2009–2017)
1956 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
55th Governor of Missouri (2009–2017)
Born
February 13, 1956
Age
~70 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
lawyer, politician
United StatesBorn in De Soto
1956
Born in De Soto (1956-02-13)
2009
PositionGovernor of Missouri (2009–2017)
Present
Age ~70
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jay Nixon?+
Jay Nixon is 55th Governor of Missouri (2009–2017). Born in 1956.
What does the name Jay mean?+
The name Jay means "An English surname transferred from the nickname from Old French jai (“jay (bird)”), a nickname for a chatty or showy person.". It is of English origin.
When was Jay Nixon born?+
Jay Nixon was born on February 13, 1956.
Name Meaning
An English surname transferred from the nickname from Old French jai (“jay (bird)”), a nickname for a chatty or showy person.
The name Jay is of English origin, meaning "An English surname transferred from the nickname from Old French jai (“jay (bird)”), a nickname for a chatty or showy person.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Jay — February 13, 1956
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Ix
Jaguar — magic, earth force, mystery
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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Guestbook
History will judge, but I won't forget.
— a citizen
I covered your career for years. What a ride.
— a journalist
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