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Baxter
Baxter is a surname-derived name meaning 'baker' in Old English. It conveys a sense of warmth and community, evoking imagery of sharing and hospitality. The name has a friendly and cheerful quality, suggesting someone who is approachable and sociable.
Key Stats
| Total births | 4,034 |
| Gender | Male (21% / 79%) |
| Peak year | 1917 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1912 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | English, Scottish |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
NC — 53%CA — 16%TN — 16%TX — 11%SC — 5%
Notable People
Baxter Stockman (Character from *Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles*) · Baxter Black (Poet and Cowboy Humorist) · Baxter Dury (Musician and Son of Ian Dury) · Baxter the Dog (Fictional Character from *The Simpsons*) · Baxter Kane (Character from *The Office*)
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