Braxton
Braxton: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ΛbΙΉΓ¦kstΙn/
Meaning and origin of Braxton
- A male given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage.
Etymology
Perhaps a habitational surname from the village of Branxton, in Northumberland.
How popular is Braxton?
Since 1880, 823 girls and 65,831 boys in the U.S. have been named Braxton (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2970 in 2004. Its highest rank for boys was #118 in 2017. In 2025 it ranked #172 for boys, with 2,136 babies given the name.
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Braxton FAQ
What does the name Braxton mean?
A male given name transferred from the surname, of modern usage. Perhaps a habitational surname from the village of Branxton, in Northumberland.
What is the origin of the name Braxton?
Braxton is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Braxton?
Since 1880, 823 girls and 65,831 boys in the U.S. have been named Braxton (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2970 in 2004. Its highest rank for boys was #118 in 2017. In 2025 it ranked #172 for boys, with 2,136 babies given the name.
Is Braxton a boy or girl name?
Braxton is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 823 girls and 65,831 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880β2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.