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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 (1939-2023)

Actor

  • Extensive stage career on Broadway and in regional theater
  • Notable roles in television series like 'The West Wing' and 'Mad Men'
  • Voice acting work in animated films and video games

Paxton Lynch (1993-)

American Football Player

  • Selected 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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