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At a Glance: Name: Paxson – Origin: English (surname) – Gender: Neutral – Pronunciation: PAKS-sun
Paxson is a neutral name rooted in English surname tradition, pronounced PAKS-sun (IPA /ˈpæksən/). There's no established meaning on record for it, so it reads more as a surname adapted for first-name use than as a name carrying a symbolic definition. It's worth considering if you're drawn to the sound and origin rather than a specific meaning behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Paxson
Origin: English (surname).
How to Pronounce Paxson
Phonetic: PAKS-sun IPA: /ˈpæksən/
Popularity of Paxson
Paxson peaked in U.S. usage in 2012, ranking #2993 with 39 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had dropped to rank #6703 with just 13 babies, based on U.S. birth records spanning 1993 to 2024.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1993–2024.
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FAQ
How do you pronounce Paxson?
Paxson is pronounced PAKS-sun (IPA: /ˈpæksən/).
Is Paxson a popular name right now?
Paxson peaked at #2993 in 2012 and is ranked #6703 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1993–2024.)
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