Braxton is a masculine given name of English origin. It is derived from an Old English surname which means "Brock's town". The name Brock is a variant of the word "broc", which means "badger". Braxton was originally a surname, but it has become a popular given name in the United States since the 1990s. It is most commonly used for boys, but it has also been used for girls. Some famous people with the name Braxton include American singer Toni Braxton and American football player Braxton Miller.
Braxton rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
- Rank 142. Theo
- Rank 143. Ayden
- Rank 144. Zachary
- Rank 145. Calvin
- Rank 146. Braxton
- Rank 147. Ashton
- Rank 148. Rhett
- Rank 149. Atlas
- Rank 150. Jude
Nicknames for Braxton
| Brax | BRACKS | Shortened version of Braxton |
| B | BEE | Single letter nickname for Braxton |
| Braxie | BRACK-see | Affectionate nickname for Braxton |
| Ton | TAHN | Shortened version of Braxton |
Famous people named Braxton
| Braxton Miller | Football player | Former Ohio State University quarterback and wide receiver who played in the NFL for the Houston Texans and Philadelphia Eagles. |
| Braxton Beverly | Basketball player | Former North Carolina State University point guard who played in the NCAA for three seasons. |
| Braxton Bragg | Military general | Confederate States Army general during the American Civil War. |
| Braxton Cosby | Author | American author of science fiction, fantasy, and mystery novels. |
| Braxton Hicks | Physician | English obstetrician who first described the uterine contractions that occur during pregnancy, known as Braxton Hicks contractions. |
| Braxton Key | Basketball player | University of Virginia shooting guard who played in the NCAA for the Alabama Crimson Tide. |
| Braxton Sutter | Professional wrestler | Canadian professional wrestler who has competed in Impact Wrestling and other promotions. |
| Braxton Underwood | Reality television personality | Former NFL player who appeared on the reality television shows The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise. |
Fictional character called Braxton from pop culture
| Braxton Hicks | Pregnancy | A false labor pain that occurs during pregnancy. |
| Braxton P. Hartnabrig | The Nanny | A character from the TV show "The Nanny" who is Fran Fine's high school crush. |
| Braxton Tanner | The Vampire Diaries | A werewolf character from the TV show "The Vampire Diaries". |
| Braxton Bjerken | Reality TV | A child reality TV star from the show "Flip or Flop Atlanta". |
| Braxton Miller | Sports | A former American football player who played quarterback for the Ohio State Buckeyes. |
| Braxton Carter | Music | A member of the R&B group "Toni Braxton and Babyface". |
Frequently Asked Questions about Braxton
| What is the origin of the name Braxton? | The name Braxton is of English origin. |
| What does the name Braxton mean? | The name Braxton means 'Brock's town' or 'Brock's settlement'. |
| Is Braxton a popular name? | Braxton has become more popular in recent years, but it is still considered a relatively uncommon name. |
| What are some famous people with the name Braxton? | Some famous people with the name Braxton include Braxton Miller, a former Ohio State University quarterback, and Toni Braxton, a Grammy-winning singer. |
| Is Braxton a unisex name? | Braxton is primarily used as a boy's name, but it can also be used as a girl's name. |
| What are some similar names to Braxton? | Some similar names to Braxton include Branson, Paxton, and Maxton. |