Paxton vs Baylor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Paxton

Boy #288 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"peace town; settlement of peace"

Origin: Latin/Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#288
Total SSA Count
1,165
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Paxton Rank #288
Baylor Rank #366

Paxton is more popular, ranked #288 vs #366 for Baylor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paxton or Baylor more popular?

Paxton is more popular, ranked #288 compared to Baylor at #366 in the United States.

What do Paxton and Baylor mean?

Paxton means "peace town; settlement of peace" (Latin/Old English origin). Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin).

Are Paxton and Baylor boy or girl names?

Paxton is primarily a boy name. Baylor is primarily a boy name.

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