Paxton is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #2069 in 2017 with 95 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 95 births ranking #2069. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 25.0%. In 2017, approximately 1 in every 18,167 girls born was named Paxton. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Paxton is a surname-style name from an English place name meaning peace town. It sounds brisk and modern while still resting on an older landscape origin.
Like several other surname names, Paxton only became common as a first name much later than its original place-name history. Its smart, contemporary rhythm has helped it rise.