Braxton
boy name#172 in 2025Braxton entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #118 in 2017, ranks #172 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1885–2025
#172
rank today
#118
peak (2017)
2,131
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #836 |
| 1890s | #1051 |
| 1900s | #1374 |
| 1910s | #1569 |
| 1920s | #1614 |
| 1930s | #1462 |
| 1940s | #1694 |
| 1950s | #1977 |
| 1960s | #2049 |
| 1970s | #1816 |
| 1980s | #1101 |
| 1990s | #486 |
| 2000s | #260 |
| 2010s | #131 |
| 2020s | #157 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Braxton has been most popular in TX, OH, FL.
Living bearers
About 64,500 people named Braxton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Braxton is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Braxton in 2025?
- Braxton ranks #172 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,131 babies given the name.
- When was the name Braxton most popular?
- Braxton peaked in 2017, reaching #118 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Braxton with classmates?
- Braxton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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