Thaxter
Pronunciation: [ th-AKST-er ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Thaxter first appeared in US Social Security records in 1955.
Over 5 babies have been named Thaxter in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Thaxter is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,390 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,390
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Old Irish origin
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Middle High German origin
"dweller by a spring or well"
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English origin
"young bear, small animal"
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Greek origin
"horse lover"
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Arabic origin
"noble, bright"
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Hebrew origin
"who is like God?"
#39,464 in US
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About the Name Thaxter
Thaxter is a boy name .
Thaxter is currently ranked #39,390 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Thaxter include Tha, Thy, Thaie, and Thaxie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis