Baxter Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Baxter is derived from the Old English term for 'baker' and has evolved through various forms over the centuries. It is commonly used today and is associated with warm, friendly traits. The name does not have biblical relevance but has historical roots in occupational naming.
The name Baxter is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Baxter has been stalled 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, 'Baxter' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1004th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1249th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1450th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2741st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2435th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2535th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2519th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Baxter' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Baxter"
Pronunciation
/ˈbækstər/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Baxter is derived from the Old English word 'baecere,' meaning 'baker.' It is a patronymic surname that evolved from the occupational name for someone who baked bread.
Meaning
baker
Language Evolution
Baecere (Old English), Baxter (Middle English), Baxter (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Baxter gained popularity in England during the Middle Ages, particularly as a surname for bakers. It has continued to be used as a given name since the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Bax, Baxie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Baxter is viewed as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with a good-natured personality. It is commonly used in English-speaking countries.
Famous People
Baxter Stockman - a character from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise, Baxter Black - American cowboy poet and veterinarian
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Baxter"
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 "Baxter"
"Baxter" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1004th of 7545 | 748 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1249th of 6773 | 562 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1450th of 7552 | 551 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2741st of 10718 | 211 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2435th of 16616 | 417 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2535th of 24088 | 703 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2519th of 23106 | 630 |
Regional Popularity of "Baxter" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
30.39% 719th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
37.65% 886th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
42.10% 1201st/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
54.91% 2852nd/5194 |
49.75% 3143rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
42.77% 3128th/7313 |
35.59% 2656th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
65.76% 2620th/3984 |
55.38% 2485th/4487 |
43.23% 2949th/6822 |
45.43% 2851st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Baxter" 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 "Baxter"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Baxter" 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.