Saxton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAK-ston / /ˈsækstən/English; Old English
Meaning
from the town by the Saxons
Historical & Cultural Background
Saxton is derived from Old English elements, referring to a settlement associated with the Saxons. It has been used as a surname and place name in England. The name reflects the historical presence of the Saxon people in Britain. As a given name, it has gained popularity in modern times.
Trend Summary
Saxton has seen a modest rise in popularity as a boy's name in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Saxton was first seen in the United States in 1976. Saxton has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Saxton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Saxton (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 11 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 22 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 25 |
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 24 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 22 |
| 2022 | 29 |
| 2023 | 25 |
| 2024 | 16 |