Jaxon
Boy name · 1,513 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Jaxon: 1,513 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 151 births in 2016.
Jaxon is a modern phonetic spelling of Jackson, a patronymic surname meaning "son of Jack" – with Jack itself a diminutive of John, from the Hebrew Yochanan, "God is gracious". While the spelling Jaxon is a recent innovation, the underlying name Jackson connects to historic figures such as US President Andrew Jackson and pop star Michael Jackson, as well as to numerous places worldwide, including Jackson, Mississippi, all sharing the same etymological root. In Scotland, Jaxon has risen sharply in popularity since the 2000s, appealing to parents who want a familiar sound with a contemporary twist and reflecting a broader trend toward personalised spellings of classic names.
Boy 20 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 2016151 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #10448 babies
- Total births
- 1,513since 2005
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 35%vs prior 5y