Brexton Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Brexton is a modern English name that means 'hill town'. It evolved from historical forms like Breck and Brekston, reflecting its geographic roots. The name lacks biblical significance and has gained popularity primarily in recent decades, seen as trendy and unique. Notable figures with this name are not widely recognized.
The name Brexton 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Brexton has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling 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, 'Brexton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4603rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1789th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Brexton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Brexton"
Pronunciation
/ˈbrɛkstən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Brexton is a modern name that likely originates from a combination of the elements 'Breck' or 'Brecks', meaning 'hill' or 'broken ground', and the suffix '-ton', meaning 'town' or 'settlement'.
Meaning
hill town
Language Evolution
Breck, Brekston, Brexton
Historical Usage
Brexton gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as a trendy name for boys, often chosen for its unique sound and modern appeal.
Variants & Derivatives
Breck, Braxton, Brex
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Brexton is perceived as a modern and stylish name, appealing to parents looking for unique options for their children.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Brexton"
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 "Brexton"
"Brexton" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4603rd of 24088 | 293 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1789th of 23106 | 1,054 |
Regional Popularity of "Brexton" 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) |
63.31% 2901st/4582 |
- | - |
57.18% 4267th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
35.07% 1397th/3984 |
57.32% 2572nd/4487 |
33.42% 2280th/6822 |
35.33% 2217th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Brexton" 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 "Brexton"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Brexton" 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.