Boy · 250th of 23,106
Paxton
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
29,274
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2016
Peak Popularity Year
2,084
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Paxton stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Paxton originates from Old English, meaning 'peace town'. It evolved from the Old English 'Pæxtun' to the modern 'Paxton'. The name is associated with peaceful settlements and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th century and is currently perceived as a unique and modern name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈpæks.tən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Paxton is derived from the Old English elements 'pæcc', meaning 'peace', and 'tun', meaning 'town' or 'settlement'. Thus, it translates to 'peace town' or 'town of peace'.
Meaning
peace town
Language Evolution
Pæxtun (Old English), Paxton (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Paxton gained popularity as a surname in England before becoming a given name in the 19th century, often associated with various places named Paxton in England.
Variants & Derivatives
Paxten, Pax, Paxson
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Paxton is viewed as a modern and unique name, appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet traditional.
Famous People
Paxton Whitehead (actor), Paxton Lynch (American football player)
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,084 peak births in 2016
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Idaho
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5165th of 7545 | 28 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5169th of 6773 | 21 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3471st of 7552 | 103 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1752nd of 10718 | 422 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1734th of 16616 | 689 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 509th of 24088 | 7,862 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 250th of 23106 | 18,074 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4195th of 27321 | 356 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3033rd of 35406 | 829 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2451st of 30306 | 890 |