Paxton
Paxton is a boy name that ranked #288 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1921. Its best recorded rank was #203 in 2016.
Latest rank
#288
Peak rank
#203
Reached in 2016
Total recorded usage
23,692
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1921
What To Know About Paxton
Parents choosing Paxton often appreciate its balance of tradition and accessibility. As a boy name with English background, it carries recognizable weight without sounding overly formal.
Paxton is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Paxton appearing in official records as far back as 1921, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #203 in 2016, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: PAXTON
Origin: English
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.