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Pax
Pronounced PAKS /ΛpΓ¦ks/Medium
Meaning: PeaceMedium
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.
History & Origin
In Roman mythology, Pax personified peace, and the word itself became the name. That gives it a clear, single-minded meaning with deep classical roots. The Spanish variation Paz carries the very same sense of peace into another language.
Three letters and one syllable make it crisp and emphatic. Pax Thien Jolie-Pitt, adopted son of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, brought the name modern visibility.
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Pax Thien Jolie-Pitt (2003-present)Vietnamese-born American, adopted son of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt; works in photography and film.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Pax mean?
Pax is usually explained as meaning 'peace' and is most often linked with Roman Mythology tradition.
How do you pronounce Pax?
It's commonly said PAKS /ΛpΓ¦ks/.
Is Pax a boy or girl name?
In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Pax is used as a boy name.
How popular is Pax?
In 2024, Pax ranked #1976 in the U.S. for boys, with 79 births recorded.