Sexton
Pronunciation: [ s-EHKST-uhn ]
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Sexton first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 5 babies have been named Sexton in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sexton is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,455 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,455
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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#38,446 in US
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About the Name Sexton
Sexton is a boy name .
Sexton is currently ranked #38,455 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Sexton include Sext, Sexty, Sextie, Sey, Seie, and Sexkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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