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Paxton vs Kayson

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

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Popularity Comparison

Paxton Rank #288
Kayson Rank #291

Paxton is more popular, ranked #288 vs #291 for Kayson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paxton or Kayson more popular?

Paxton is more popular, ranked #288 compared to Kayson at #291 in the United States.

What do Paxton and Kayson mean?

Paxton means "peace town; settlement of peace" (Latin/Old English origin). Kayson means "rejoice, healer" (American/Persian origin).

Are Paxton and Kayson boy or girl names?

Paxton is primarily a boy name. Kayson is primarily a boy name.

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