| Meaning | knife |
| Origin | English, German |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Sax-on |
About Saxon
Saxon evokes strength and heritage with its robust, Anglo-influenced sound. The name conjures images of resilience and steadfastness, qualities that many parents hope to instill in their sons. There's an earthy, grounded quality to Saxon that feels authentic and unpretentious, suggesting someone comfortable in their own skin. The sharp 'x' sound in the middle adds an unexpected edge to what might otherwise be considered a historical name, modernizing it for contemporary use. Saxon works particularly well for families who appreciate names with historical resonance but want something less commonly heard. It's masculine without being aggressive, traditional without being stuffy. The two-syllable structure keeps it manageable while the distinctive sound ensures it won't be easily confused with other names. Saxon presents as both solid and stylish.
Nicknames for Saxon
| Sax |
| Son |
| Saxie |
| Saxy |
| Sonny |
Famous People Named Saxon
| Saxon Sharbino | American actress |
| Saxon Trainor | Australian musician |
| Saxon Mortimer | American socialite |
| Saxon Huxley | English professional wrestler |
| Saxon Tate | British writer |
| Saxon Fraser | Australian soccer player |
| Saxon Birdsong | American journalist |
| Saxon West | American model |
| Saxon Stuart | Australian rugby player |
| Saxon Campbell | New Zealand musician |
| Saxon Mills | American director |
| Saxon Palmer | Australian rules footballer |
| Saxon Panchik | American CrossFit athlete |
| Saxon Spence | Australian singer |
| Saxon Kent | British dancer |
| Saxon Morgans | Canadian soccer player |
| Saxon Brown | American artist |
| Saxon Norgard | Danish film producer |
| Saxon Butler | Australian journalist |
Characters Named Saxon
| Saxon Holt | Character from the book "Saxon Holt Chronicles" |
| Saxon Kane | Character from the TV show "Bitten" |
| Saxon Crenshaw | Character from the novel "Saxon Crenshaw, Jr" |
| Saxon Bifford | Character from the book "Saxon Bifford's Guitar" |
| Saxon O'Connell | Character from the movie "Lost Boys - The Thirst" |
| Saxon Beaumont | Character from the novel "Saxon Beaumont" |
| Saxon O'Brien | Character from the TV show "The O.C" |
| Saxon Flowers | Character from the book "Saxon Flowers" |
| Saxon Guthry | Character from the book "Saxon Guthry - The Great Adventures" |
| Saxon Lyndon | Character from the movie "The Crush" |
| Saxon Doyle | Character from the TV show "The 100" |
| Saxon Keyes | Character from the book "The Death of Saxon Keyes" |
| Saxon Collins | Character from the movie "Gossip" |
| Saxon Valiant | Character from the book "Saxon Valiant Chronicles" |
| Saxon Gray | Character from the TV show "The Royals" |
| Saxon Kingsley | Character from the book "Saxon Kingsley - The Elemental Series" |
| Saxon Locke | Character from the movie "The Wild Life" |
| Saxon Marlowe | Character from the TV show "Heroes" |
| Saxon Flint | Character from the book "The Saxon Flint Chronicles" |
| Saxon Archer | Character from the movie "The Lost Future" |