Paxton - boys name

Paxton name popularity, meaning and origin

Name Popularity: 61%

Paxton name meaning:

The name Paxton is derived from the Old English words "peace" and "town." It is a relatively uncommon name that has gained popularity in recent years. The name carries a peaceful and tranquil connotation, symbolizing harmony and serenity. It reflects the desire for a peaceful and calm environment in the life of the child. Paxton can be seen as a name that represents a desire for a world or community where all individuals can coexist peacefully.

The name Paxton also carries a sense of strength and resilience. The combination of the peaceful meaning with the masculine "ton" ending gives it a sense of solidity and stability. This suggests that individuals with this name may possess inner strength and the ability to remain composed even in challenging situations. Overall, the name Paxton depicts a peaceful and strong persona, someone who can bring harmony and tranquility to those around them.

Origin: German

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Categories

Surnames, Unisex names

Other boys names beginning with P

Statistics

Overall UK ranking: 1860 out of 4789

12 recorded births last year

Change in rank

  • 10yrs

    -1860
  • 5yrs

    -1860
  • 1yr

    368

    Regional popularity

    Ranking for this name in various UK regions

  • Scotland (871)

Historical popularity of Paxton

The graph below shows the popularity of the boys's name Paxton from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Paxton in 2024