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Jaxen

Boy name · 19 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Jaxen: 19 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2014.

Jaxen is a modern, phonetic respelling of Jaxon, itself a contemporary take on Jackson—an English surname meaning “son of Jack.” Jack ultimately derives from John, a name of Hebrew origin meaning “God is gracious.” Though not a traditional Scottish name, Jaxen has become increasingly popular in Scotland since the 2000s, part of a broader trend for names featuring the letter “x.” Notable bearers are scarce, as the name is relatively new, but it has appeared in popular culture—for instance, Jaxen Smith is a young American actor. The name shares its root with places like Jacksonville, Florida, and Jackson, Mississippi, though these are connected to Jackson rather than Jaxen directly. A notable variant is Jax, a short form that has also risen in use, often seen as edgy and modern.