Paxton is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #3201 in 2024 with 50 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 95 births ranking #2069. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 34.2%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 32,264 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.