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Saxton
Pronounced SAKS-tən /ˈsæks.tən/High
Meaning: From the English surname Saxton — from Old English, 'the Saxon's town/settlement' (Seaxe, 'a Saxon', plus tun); routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Saxton comes from the English surname Saxton — from Old English, 'the Saxons' town or settlement' (Seaxe, 'a Saxon', perhaps from seax, 'a short sword', plus tun, 'a town'; routes layered, which we note). A bold, modern surname-name in the on-trend -ton family (nickname Sax).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, the-Saxon's-town at the root, and bold.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Saxton mean?
Saxton is an English surname, 'the Saxon's town/settlement'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Saxton?
It's said SAKS-tən /ˈsæks.tən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Saxton a boy or girl name?
Saxton is a boy's name.
How popular is Saxton?
Saxton is a rare name in the U.S.