Find out how popular the first name Braxten has been for the last 32 years (from 1992 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Braxten by gender

Based on the last 32 years of data, Braxten is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 100% of people named Braxten being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 65 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Braxten.

The history of the first name Braxten

The name Braxten is a modern invention, likely a creative spelling variation of the name Braxton. It does not have an established historical or cultural origin.

Braxton is an English surname that originated as a locational name, referring to someone from Brockton, a town in Somerset, England. The name Brockton is derived from the Old English words "broc" meaning brook or stream, and "tun" meaning enclosure or settlement.

While the surname Braxton has been recorded since the 13th century, its use as a given name is relatively recent, gaining popularity in the late 20th century. It is possible that Braxten emerged as a unique spelling variation of Braxton during this time.

There are no known historical figures or records specifically associated with the name Braxten. However, here are five notable individuals who bore the similar name Braxton:

1. Carter Braxton (1736-1797), an American planter, slave trader, and one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence.

2. Braxton Bragg (1817-1876), a Confederate general in the American Civil War, known for his leadership at the Battle of Chickamauga.

3. Braxton Craven (1822-1882), an American educator and the founder of Trinity College, which later became Duke University.

4. Braxton Miller (born 1992), an American football player who played as a quarterback for the Ohio State Buckeyes.

5. Braxton Hicks (1823-1897), an English obstetrician who described the uterine contractions now known as Braxton Hicks contractions during pregnancy.

As a relatively new name, Braxten does not have a rich historical background or significant cultural associations. Its popularity likely stems from the recent trend of creating unique and inventive baby names by modifying or respelling existing names.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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