Braxton

Rank 157th Boy Name

In 2022, the name Braxton was 157th most popular baby name for boys and 284th most popular baby name overall. In 2022, 2,395 babies were named Braxton in the United States.

In 2022, 1 out of every 1,404 babies in the United States were named Braxton. In a classroom of 30 students, there is approximately a 2.1% chance that another student would have the same name. Today, the average age of someone named Braxton is around 12 to 13 years old.

The name "Braxton" is well know, but not overly common.

The most common nickname for Braxton is Brax.

Braxton Meaning & Origin

The name Braxton originates from English roots and implies "Brock's town," evoking connotations of community, strength, and a solid grounding.

The name Braxton is described as confident, adventurous and resilient.

Pronunciation

Braxton is pronounced brax-ton in English. The name Braxton has 7 letters and 2 syllables.

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Name Trends (1972 to Present)

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Fun Facts about Braxton

  • The name Braxton was popularized in the United States partly due to Braxton Bragg, a Confederate general during the American Civil War.

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Geography

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Similar Sounding Names

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