Pax
boy name#2056 in 2025Pax entered the US charts in 1974, peaked at #1957 in 2024, ranks #2056 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1974–2025
#2056
rank today
#1957
peak (2024)
72
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4827 |
| 2000s | #5611 |
| 2010s | #2429 |
| 2020s | #2140 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Pax has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Pax are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Pax is a kid of about 7 — 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 Pax in 2025?
- Pax ranks #2056 among US boy names in 2025, with 72 babies given the name.
- When was the name Pax most popular?
- Pax peaked in 2024, reaching #1957 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Pax with classmates?
- Pax will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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