Daxton Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daxton is a modern English name that combines the surname 'Dax' with the Old English suffix '-ton', meaning 'town'. It signifies a town of Dax and has evolved from historical forms like Dax and Dexter. The name has gained popularity in recent years, reflecting a modern and unique image. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Daxton is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Daxton has been falling for male in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Daxton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5312th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4782nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1054th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 356th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Daxton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daxton"
Pronunciation
/ˈdæks.tən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Daxton is a modern name that is likely derived from the English surname 'Dax', which itself may have originated as a diminutive of names like 'Daxter' or 'Dexter'. The suffix '-ton' is of Old English origin, meaning 'town' or 'settlement'.
Meaning
town of Dax
Language Evolution
Dax, Daxter, Dexter, Daxton
Historical Usage
Daxton emerged as a given name in the late 20th century and has gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Dax, Dexter, Daxson
Modern Popularity & Image
Daxton is viewed as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with strength and uniqueness.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daxton"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Daxton"
"Daxton" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5312th of 10718 | 58 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4782nd of 16616 | 155 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1054th of 24088 | 2,576 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 356th of 23106 | 11,301 |
Regional Popularity of "Daxton" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
41.05% 2593rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.47% 1167th/4582 |
63.07% 3257th/5164 |
15.52% 1135th/7313 |
8.92% 666th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
6.98% 278th/3984 |
12.61% 566th/4487 |
5.39% 368th/6822 |
5.37% 337th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Daxton" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Daxton"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daxton" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.