Alphaeus vs Caxton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Caxton

Boy #44,723 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"settlement on a road"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English British American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#44,723
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cax, Caxy

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Popularity Comparison

Alphaeus Rank #44,587
Caxton Rank #44,723

Alphaeus is more popular, ranked #44587 vs #44723 for Caxton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alphaeus ___

No pairings available yet.

Caxton ___

  • Caxton James
  • Caxton William
  • Caxton Henry
  • Caxton Edward
  • Caxton George

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If you choose Caxton

Paxton Braxton Ellery Winslow

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alphaeus or Caxton more popular?

Alphaeus is more popular, ranked #44587 compared to Caxton at #44723 in the United States.

What do Alphaeus and Caxton mean?

Caxton means "settlement on a road" (Old English origin).

Are Alphaeus and Caxton boy or girl names?

Alphaeus is primarily a boy name. Caxton is primarily a boy name.

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