"peace"
Origin: Latin
Language: Latin
Pax
Pronunciation: [ p-AKS ]
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The Story of Pax
Pax is the Latin word for peace and the name of the Roman goddess of peace. In ancient Rome, Pax Romana referred to the roughly 200-year period of relative peace following Augustus Caesar's rise to power. The name is simple, powerful, and carries millennia of meaning in a single syllable.
Pax gained celebrity exposure when Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt named their adopted Vietnamese son Pax Thien in 2007. Since then it has grown steadily as part of the trend toward short, meaningful Latin names. It also fits perfectly into the modern preference for one-syllable boy names.
In Roman religion, Pax was a goddess of peace often depicted holding an olive branch and a cornucopia. Pax Romana remains a foundational concept in Western history, representing civilization's aspiration for peaceful order. The name thus carries both divine and philosophical weight.
Historical Record
Pax first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 971 babies have been named Pax in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Pax is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #1,983 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Pax Romana lasted approximately 206 years from 27 BC to 180 AD
- The word pacifist, pacific, and pacify all derive from the same Latin root as Pax
- Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt named their son Pax Thien, bringing it to global attention in 2007
Pax in Other Languages
Greek
Ειρήνη
Latin
Pax
French
Paix
Italian
Pace
Spanish
Paz
Popularity Over Time
#1,983
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Famous People Named Pax
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Pax Jolie-Pitt
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Son of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, one of the most famous bearers of the name in modern times
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Pax (goddess)
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Roman goddess of peace, depicted with an olive branch and cornucopia, whose temple stood on the Roman Forum
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #1,983
- Total SSA Count
- 79
- Cultural Origins
- English American Roman
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pax
What does the name Pax mean?
"peace" (from Latin). "calm, tranquility" (from Latin). Pax is the Latin word for peace and the name of the Roman goddess of peace. In ancient Rome, Pax Romana referred to the roughly 200-year period of relative peace following Augustus Caesar's rise to power. The name is simple, powerful, and carries millennia of meaning in a single syllable.
What is the origin of the name Pax?
Pax has Latin, English, American, and Roman origins. In Latin, it means "peace". In Latin, it means "calm, tranquility".
Is Pax a boy or girl name?
Pax is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1983. As a girl name, it is ranked #42502. Pax is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Pax?
Pax is pronounced p-AKS.
How popular is the name Pax?
Pax is currently ranked #1983 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Pax?
Popular middle name pairings include Pax James, Pax Oliver, Pax Elliot, Pax Benjamin, Pax Theodore, Pax Alexander, and Pax William.
What are good sibling names for Pax?
Names that pair well with Pax as siblings include Lux, Jude, Zion, Nova, Sage, Orion, and Cleo.
How many syllables does Pax have?
Pax has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Pax a common or rare name?
Pax is an uncommon name, ranked #1983 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Pax
Pax is a boy name with English, American, and Roman origins . The name means "peace" in Latin .
Is Pax a boy or girl name? Pax is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,983 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #42,502. Pax is more commonly used as a boy name.
Pax is currently ranked #1,983 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Pax has 1 syllable and is pronounced p-AKS, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Pax include Paxton, Paxtyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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