Jaxon
Meaning: Son of Jack — inheritor of God's gracious gift
Origin: English/Hebrew
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #186
Total births: 1,759
History: Jaxon surged in the 2010s with this X-spelling popular in Australia. The creative spelling represents Australian naming's playful side. Jaxon represents parents who wanted Jackson but with extra edge.
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| Current rank (2021) | #96 |
| Babies named Jaxon in 2021 | 99 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,759 |
| Peak year | 2013 (200 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #45 |
| Years in records | 2011–2021 (11 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 30 spots |
Frequently asked about Jaxon
What does the name Jaxon mean?
Jaxon means “Son of Jack — inheritor of God's gracious gift” from English/Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Jaxon?
Jaxon has English/Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Son of Jack — inheritor of God's gracious gift”.
How popular is Jaxon in Australia?
Jaxon ranked #96 in Australia in 2021 — given to 99 babies that year.
When was Jaxon most popular?
Jaxon peaked in 2013 with 200 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Jaxon a boy or girl name?
Jaxon is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Jaxons in registered births are male.
Is the name Jaxon rising or falling in popularity?
Jaxon has fallen 30 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #66 in 2016 to #96 in 2021.
How long has Jaxon been recorded in Australia?
Jaxon appears in birth records in Australia across 11 years — from 2011 through 2021.