Tate vs Paxton

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

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Popularity Comparison

Tate Rank #210
Paxton Rank #288

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 vs #288 for Paxton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tate or Paxton more popular?

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 compared to Paxton at #288 in the United States.

What do Tate and Paxton mean?

Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin). Paxton means "peace town; settlement of peace" (Latin/Old English origin).

Are Tate and Paxton boy or girl names?

Tate is primarily a boy name. Paxton is primarily a boy name.

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