Axton Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Axton originates from Old English, meaning 'town by the oak'. It has evolved through various historical forms and retains a strong connection to nature. The name does not have biblical relevance but has gained popularity in contemporary culture, often viewed as unique and strong. Notable individuals like Axton Betz-Hamilton contribute to its modern image.
The name Axton is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Axton has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Axton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10422nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2369th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 679th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Axton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Axton"
Pronunciation
/ˈæks.tən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Axton is derived from the Old English elements 'ac' meaning 'oak' and 'tun' meaning 'town' or 'settlement', thus translating to 'town by the oak'.
Meaning
town by the oak
Language Evolution
Old English: Axton, Middle English: Axtun, Modern English: Axton
Historical Usage
Axton has gained popularity in modern times as a masculine name, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Axten, Ax, Axtin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Axton is perceived as a strong and distinctive name, often associated with nature and resilience due to its meaning.
Famous People
Axton Betz-Hamilton, an American author and academic.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Axton"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Axton"
"Axton" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10422nd of 16616 | 29 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2369th of 24088 | 773 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 679th of 23106 | 4,604 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Axton" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
40.11% 1838th/4582 |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
28.36% 2074th/7313 |
26.48% 1976th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
14.48% 577th/3984 |
22.33% 1002nd/4487 |
9.25% 631st/6822 |
11.17% 701st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Axton" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Axton"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Axton" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.