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Mark vs Paxton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mark

Boy #246 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"of Mars, warlike"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Dutch Scandinavian Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#246
Total SSA Count
1,437
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mark Rank #246
Paxton Rank #288

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 vs #288 for Paxton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mark or Paxton more popular?

Mark is more popular, ranked #246 compared to Paxton at #288 in the United States.

What do Mark and Paxton mean?

Mark means "of Mars, warlike" (Latin origin). Paxton means "peace town; settlement of peace" (Latin/Old English origin).

Are Mark and Paxton boy or girl names?

Mark is primarily a boy name. Paxton is primarily a boy name.

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