Pax Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationpax / /pæks/Latin; Hebrew
Meaning
Latin: peace; Hebrew: my peace
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Pax is derived from the Latin word for peace, often associated with the Roman goddess of peace, Pax. In Hebrew, it can be interpreted as 'my peace,' reflecting a spiritual or personal significance. The name has been used in various contexts, including religious and cultural references. It is relatively uncommon as a given name but has gained some popularity in modern times.
Trend Summary
The name Pax has seen a modest increase in popularity in recent years.
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- Pax (Latin)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pax was first seen in the United States in 1974. Pax has ranked as high as #1281 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Pax has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Pax (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 41 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 37 |
| 2012 | 47 |
| 2013 | 47 |
| 2014 | 51 |
| 2015 | 64 |
| 2016 | 73 |
| 2017 | 63 |
| 2018 | 75 |
| 2019 | 66 |
| 2020 | 62 |
| 2021 | 72 |
| 2022 | 62 |
| 2023 | 62 |
| 2024 | 79 |