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Travis vs Paxton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Travis

Boy #362 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crossing, toll bridge operator"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#362
Total SSA Count
914
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Travis Rank #362
Paxton Rank #288

Paxton is more popular, ranked #288 vs #362 for Travis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Travis or Paxton more popular?

Paxton is more popular, ranked #288 compared to Travis at #362 in the United States.

What do Travis and Paxton mean?

Travis means "crossing, toll bridge operator" (Old French origin). Paxton means "peace town; settlement of peace" (Latin/Old English origin).

Are Travis and Paxton boy or girl names?

Travis is primarily a boy name. Paxton is primarily a boy name.

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