Jaxton Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jaxton is a modern name that has evolved from the name Jackson, which means 'son of Jack'. Its roots trace back to Old French and Hebrew origins. The name has gained popularity in recent years as a trendy choice for parents, with modern connotations of creativity. It has no biblical relevance.
The name Jaxton 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, Jaxton 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 stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jaxton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1254th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 433rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jaxton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jaxton"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒækstən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Jaxton is a modern name that is derived from the name Jax, which itself is believed to be a diminutive of the name Jackson, meaning 'son of Jack'. Jack is derived from the Old French name Jacques, which comes from the Hebrew name Yaakov (Jacob).
Meaning
Son of Jack
Language Evolution
Jacques (Old French), Jack (Middle English), Jackson (Modern English), Jax (Modern English), Jaxton (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The popularity of Jaxton has risen in the 21st century as parents look for modern and unique names for their children. It is often seen as a trendy alternative to more traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jax, Jackson, Jaxon, Jaxson
Modern Popularity & Image
Jaxton is perceived as a modern and stylish name, often associated with a sense of creativity and individuality. It has a youthful appeal.
Famous People
Jaxton Moore (fictional character), Jaxton Yearwood (emerging athlete)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jaxton"
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 "Jaxton"
"Jaxton" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1254th of 24088 | 1,995 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 433rd of 23106 | 8,622 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaxton" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
20.80% 953rd/4582 |
47.35% 2445th/5164 |
16.15% 1181st/7313 |
13.06% 975th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
8.91% 355th/3984 |
16.43% 737th/4487 |
5.72% 390th/6822 |
7.78% 488th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaxton" 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 "Jaxton"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jaxton" 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.