"peace town; settlement of peace"
Origin: Latin/Old English
Language: English
Paxton
Pronunciation: [ p-AKST-uhn ]
Boy Name
#288 Most Popular
Rising
2 Syllables
A strong modern name with peace at its heart
American
English
Modern
Strong
Bold
Unique
Meaning & Origin
"Poecc's estate; Poecc's settlement"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
The Story of Paxton
Paxton is an English place name and surname from Old English, possibly from a personal name Poecc combined with tun (settlement or estate), or alternatively influenced by the Latin pax (peace) with ton, giving it the meaning peace town. The Latin pax connection makes the name feel aspirational and meaningful beyond its geography.
Paxton has risen steadily in the US since the 2000s, appealing to parents who want a strong, modern-sounding name with historical English roots. The popular ax sound (shared with Braxton, Jaxon, Daxton) has driven naming trends, and Paxton offers a two-syllable option with the appealing nickname Pax.
The Latin root pax (peace) gives Paxton a beautiful underlying meaning for parents who appreciate names with depth. Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's son Pax (adopted from Vietnam) raised awareness of the name and its short form. Several towns in the US are named Paxton, giving it an American pioneer quality.
Fun Facts
- Pax Jolie-Pitt, son of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, was adopted from Vietnam in 2007
- The Latin word pax is the root of peaceful, pacify, pacifist, and the military term Pax Romana
Paxton in Other Languages
Latin
Pax (root)
French
Paxton
English
Paxton
Spanish
Paxton
Japanese
パクストン
Famous People Named Paxton
P
Pax Jolie-Pitt
Other
2003
Son of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, adopted from Vietnam in 2007
B
Bill Paxton
Actor
1955
American actor known for Twister, Titanic, and Aliens
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #288
- Total SSA Count
- 1,165
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Pax
Pairs Well With
Paxton James
Paxton Lee
Paxton Reid
Paxton Cole
Paxton Gray
Paxton Scott
Paxton Blake
Sibling Names
Also a Girl Name
Paxton is also used as a girl name, ranked #3211.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Paxton
What does the name Paxton mean?
"peace town; settlement of peace" (from Latin/Old English). "Poecc's estate; Poecc's settlement" (from Old English). Paxton is an English place name and surname from Old English, possibly from a personal name Poecc combined with tun (settlement or estate), or alternatively influenced by the Latin pax (peace) with ton, giving it the meaning peace town. The Latin pax connection makes the name feel aspirational and meaningful beyond its geography.
What is the origin of the name Paxton?
Paxton has Latin/Old English, Old English, American, and English origins. In Latin/Old English, it means "peace town; settlement of peace". In Old English, it means "Poecc's estate; Poecc's settlement".
Is Paxton a boy or girl name?
Paxton is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #288. As a girl name, it is ranked #3211. Paxton is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Paxton?
Paxton is pronounced p-AKST-uhn.
How popular is the name Paxton?
Paxton is currently ranked #288 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Paxton?
Common nicknames for Paxton include Pax.
What are good middle names for Paxton?
Popular middle name pairings include Paxton James, Paxton Lee, Paxton Reid, Paxton Cole, Paxton Gray, Paxton Scott, and Paxton Blake.
What are good sibling names for Paxton?
Names that pair well with Paxton as siblings include Remington, Braxton, Hudson, Hadley, Wren, Sloane, Emerson, and Finley.
How many syllables does Paxton have?
Paxton has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Paxton a common or rare name?
Paxton is a popular name, ranked #288 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Paxton
Paxton is a boy name with American and English origins . The name means "peace town; settlement of peace" in Latin/Old English .
Is Paxton a boy or girl name? Paxton is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #288 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #3,211. Paxton is more commonly used as a boy name.
Paxton is currently ranked #288 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Paxton has 2 syllables and is pronounced p-AKST-uhn, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Paxton include Pax. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Paxton include Paxtyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.