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Name Origin

Paxton is an English surname that has become increasingly popular as a given name. Its origin is uncertain, but it's believed to be derived from place names in England like Paxton House in Berwickshire, Scotland, or Paxton in Nottinghamshire, England.

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Famous People

Paxton Whitehead (1937-2023)

Actor

  • Tony Award nominee for Best Featured Actor in a Play
  • Known for roles on Broadway and television, including 'Murphy Brown' and 'The West Wing'

Paxton Lynch (1993-)

American football quarterback

  • Drafted by the Denver Broncos in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft
  • Played for the Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks

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