Thaxton
boy name#12008 in 2025Thaxton entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #3988 in 1959, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
#12008
rank today
#3988
peak (1959)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4286 |
| 1950s | #3988 |
| 1990s | #8236 |
| 2000s | #9157 |
| 2010s | #7971 |
| 2020s | #8894 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Thaxton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Thaxton is a kid of about 11 — 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 Thaxton in 2025?
- Thaxton ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Thaxton most popular?
- Thaxton peaked in 1959, reaching #3988 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Thaxton with classmates?
- Thaxton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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