Paxton vs Theodore

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
Nicknames
Pax

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Paxton Rank #288
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #288 for Paxton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Paxton ___

  • Paxton James
  • Paxton Lee
  • Paxton Reid
  • Paxton Cole
  • Paxton Gray
  • Paxton Scott

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Paxton

Remington Braxton Hudson Hadley Wren

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paxton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Paxton at #288 in the United States.

What do Paxton and Theodore mean?

Paxton means "peace town; settlement of peace" (Latin/Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Paxton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Paxton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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