Fact: The double ‘x’ in Jaxx gives it a distinctive and memorable look, setting it apart from more traditional spellings like Jax or Jack.
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Jaxx Overview
Meaning
Son of Jack
Gender
Boy, Gender-Neutral
Origin
American
Etymology
A modern variation of the name Jax, which is a short form of Jackson, meaning “son of Jack.”
Religion
Christianity
Pronunciation
/dʒæks/
Popularity
Jaxx is a relatively modern and less common name, gaining popularity in English-speaking countries. Recently, Jaxx has not ranked within the top 1000 names for boys in the USA.
Syllable
1 syllable
Length
4 letters
Numerology
5 (Visionary, Expansive, Adventurous)
Name Styles
Modern, Unique, Cool, Short
Associated Traits
Energetic, creative, strong, independent
Jaxx Variations in Different Cultures
Popular Variations
Jax, Jaxson, Jaxon, Jaxen, Jaxxon, Jack, Jackson, Jaxsen
Common Nicknames
Jayjay, Jaxie, Jaxi, Jayx
Diminutives
Jay, Jaxy, J, Ax
Famous People
- Jaxx Nassar
(American Musician) - Jaxx Kell
(Australian Entrepreneur) - Jaxx Miller
(American Author) - Jaxx Russell
(British Professional Skateboarder)
Pop Culture Icons and Works
- Jaxx
("Mortal Kombat," Video Game Series) - Jaxx Teller
("Sons of Anarchy," TV Series) - Jaxx Briggs
("Mortal Kombat: Annihilation," Film) - "Jaxx"
(Song) - Jaxx
("Jaxx and the Beanstalk," Novel)
What Is the Meaning of Jaxx?
Jaxx means “God is gracious” or “son of Jack.” The name often illustrates an individual who is energetic and adventurous, reflecting qualities of enthusiasm and a zest for life.
What Is the Origin of The Name Jaxx?
The name Jaxx is of American origin, derived from the name Jack. It’s a modern twist on a classic name, giving it a fresh and contemporary feel.
Jaxx Name Popularity
Popularity Chart of the Name Jaxx in the U.S. over the Years
 United States | #9842022 | #10052023 | |
| Top 3 Rankings | #7822019 | #8802020 | #9212021 |
Annual Statistics Breakdown for Jaxx
| Year | Name Ranking | Number of Births | Birth Rate (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1005 (-21 from 2022) | 217 (-11 from 2022) | 0.01185 |
| 2022 | 984 (-63 from 2021) | 228 (-18 from 2021) | 0.01217 |
| 2021 | 921 (-41 from 2020) | 246 (-10 from 2020) | 0.01313 |
| 2020 | 880 (-98 from 2019) | 256 (-41 from 2019) | 0.01384 |
| 2019 | 782 (+144 from 2018) | 297 (+68 from 2018) | 0.01545 |
| 2018 | 926 (+70 from 2017) | 229 (+26 from 2017) | 0.01178 |
| 2017 | 996 (+67 from 2016) | 203 (+17 from 2016) | 0.01026 |
| 2016 | 1063 (+22 from 2015) | 186 (+6 from 2015) | 0.00918 |
| 2015 | 1085 (+25 from 2014) | 180 (+8 from 2014) | 0.00880 |
| 2014 | 1110 (-71 from 2013) | 172 (-13 from 2013) | 0.00839 |
| 2013 | 1039 (+315 from 2012) | 185 (+60 from 2012) | 0.00916 |
| 2012 | 1354 (+384 from 2011) | 125 (+41 from 2011) | 0.00616 |
| 2011 | 1738 (+130 from 2010) | 84 (+7 from 2010) | 0.00414 |
| 2010 | 1868 (+884 from 2009) | 77 (+33 from 2009) | 0.00375 |
| 2009 | 2752 (+669 from 2008) | 44 (+12 from 2008) | 0.00207 |
| 2008 | 3421 (+953 from 2007) | 32 (+10 from 2007) | 0.00147 |
| 2007 | 4374 (+299 from 2006) | 22 (+3 from 2006) | 0.00099 |
| 2006 | 4673 (+148 from 2005) | 19 (+2 from 2005) | 0.00087 |
| 2005 | 4821 (+5126 from 2004) | 17 (+11 from 2004) | 0.00080 |
| 2004 | 9947 (-2704 from 2003) | 6 (-3 from 2003) | 0.00028 |
| 2003 | 7243 (-722 from 2002) | 9 (-1 from 2002) | 0.00043 |
| 2002 | 6521 (+3827 from 2000) | 10 (+5 from 2000) | 0.00048 |
| 2001 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 2000 | 10348 (-1870 from 1998) | 5 (-1 from 1998) | 0.00024 |
| 1999 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1998 | 8478 (+787 from 1997) | 6 (+1 from 1997) | 0.00030 |
| 1997 | 9265 First SSA data recorded | 5 First SSA data recorded | 0.00025 |
| 1996 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1995 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1994 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1993 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1992 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1991 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1990 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1989 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1988 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1987 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1986 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1985 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1984 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1983 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1982 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1981 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1980 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1979 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1978 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1977 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1976 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1975 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1974 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1973 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1972 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1971 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1970 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1969 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1968 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1967 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1966 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1965 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1964 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1963 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1962 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1961 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1960 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1959 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1958 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1957 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1956 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1955 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1954 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1953 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1952 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1951 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1950 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1949 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1948 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1947 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1946 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1945 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1944 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1943 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1942 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1941 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1940 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1939 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1938 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1937 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1936 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1935 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1934 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1933 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1932 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1931 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1930 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1929 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1928 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1927 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1926 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1925 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1924 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1923 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1922 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1921 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1920 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1919 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1918 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1917 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1916 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1915 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1914 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1913 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1912 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1911 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1910 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1909 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1908 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1907 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1906 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1905 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1904 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1903 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1902 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1901 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1900 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1899 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1898 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1897 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1896 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1895 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1894 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1893 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1892 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1891 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1890 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1889 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1888 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1887 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1886 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1885 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1884 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1883 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1882 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1881 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
| 1880 | 0 No SSA data | 0 No SSA data | 0.0000 |
American States Popularity Rankings for Jaxx
(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )Texas (TX)
 Texas (TX) | #9382021 | #8052022 | #10132023 |
California (CA)
 California (CA) | #7412021 | #7432022 | #10752023 |
Florida (FL)
 Florida (FL) | #11032021 | #9642022 | #10752023 |
Ohio (OH)
 Ohio (OH) | #7782021 | #13542022 | #8252023 |
New York (NY)
 New York (NY) | #8692021 | #11732022 | #16652023 |
Michigan (MI)
 Michigan (MI) | #6782021 | #11922022 | #9432023 |
Louisiana (LA)
 Louisiana (LA) | #7522021 | #6142022 | #5962023 |
Pennsylvania (PA)
 Pennsylvania (PA) | #7732020 | #7542021 | #13092023 |
Oklahoma (OK)
 Oklahoma (OK) | #6582021 | #6372022 | #6542023 |
Illinois (IL)
 Illinois (IL) | #9092020 | #9102022 | #13812023 |
Missouri (MO)
 Missouri (MO) | #8112019 | #6042020 | #5582021 |
Tennessee (TN)
 Tennessee (TN) | #8532021 | #11042022 | #7952023 |
Arizona (AZ)
 Arizona (AZ) | #7502020 | #8512021 | #7722022 |
Utah (UT)
 Utah (UT) | #7152015 | #4802017 | #5382022 |
Georgia (GA)
 Georgia (GA) | #6992021 | #8882022 | #9382023 |
North Carolina (NC)
 North Carolina (NC) | #12912020 | #6672021 | #9842022 |
Colorado (CO)
 Colorado (CO) | #6552014 | #8472020 | #5842023 |
Indiana (IN)
 Indiana (IN) | #6012017 | #7782018 | #10082022 |
Washington (WA)
 Washington (WA) | #7422019 | #9382022 | #10422023 |
Arkansas (AR)
 Arkansas (AR) | #5022019 | #5152020 | #5102021 |
Minnesota (MN)
 Minnesota (MN) | #8602019 | #8422020 | #7692023 |
Kansas (KS)
 Kansas (KS) | #5142013 | #3882019 | #6102023 |
Nevada (NV)
 Nevada (NV) | #3882019 | #5202020 | #5372023 |
Virginia (VA)
 Virginia (VA) | #10502017 | #10962020 | #11532022 |
Kentucky (KY)
 Kentucky (KY) | #4992019 |
Massachusetts (MA)
 Massachusetts (MA) | #6162019 |
Nebraska (NE)
 Nebraska (NE) | #4162017 |
Maryland (MD)
 Maryland (MD) | #7312019 |
Idaho (ID)
 Idaho (ID) | #4302016 |
Iowa (IA)
 Iowa (IA) | #6022023 |
Oregon (OR)
 Oregon (OR) | #6482019 |
Wisconsin (WI)
 Wisconsin (WI) | #8162016 |
New Mexico (NM)
 New Mexico (NM) | #4042020 |
South Carolina (SC)
 South Carolina (SC) | #7462020 |
Popularity Rankings for Jaxx in other Countries and American Territories
(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)
Popularity in Scotland
 Scotland | #2132021 | #2432022 | #2412023 |
Popularity in Northern Ireland
 Northern Ireland | #3262021 | #3522022 | #3122023 |
Popularity in England and Wales
 England and Wales | #6102019 | #4962020 | #4522021 |
Popularity in Quebec, Canada
 Quebec, Canada | #6812020 | #5592021 | #6712022 |
Popularity in Canada
 Canada | #8802021 | #8142022 | #6582023 |
Popularity in Ireland
 Ireland | #6602023 |
Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources
Is Jaxx a Name for Boys or Girls?
Jaxx originated as a masculine name but has evolved to be gender-neutral. This flexibility adds to its charm, making it a great option for any child.
Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Jaxx
- Meaning: God has been gracious (has shown favor), son of Jack,
Origin: AmericanJax - Meaning: Son of Jack
Origin: EnglishJaxson - Meaning: Son of Jack, God has been gracious (has shown favor)
Origin: EnglishJaxon - Jaxen
- Jaxxon
- Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: EnglishJack - Meaning: Son of Jack/John
Origin: English, Scottish, IrishJackson - Jaxsen
- Jayjay
- Jaxie
- Jaxi
- Jayx
- Meaning: Sea or ocean (Hawaiian); keeper of the keys, earth (Welsh); shell, restoration, or ocean (Japanese); food (Māori); pier (Estonian); strong (Burmese);
Origin: Hawaiian, Welsh, Japanese, Scandinavian, GermanicKai - Meaning: Brave as a lion, lion-hearted
Origin: Italian, Spanish, Portuguese Leonardo - Meaning: Independent, nonconformist
Origin: AmericanMaverick - Meaning: Gift of God, God has given
Origin: HebrewNathaniel - Meaning: Olive tree
Origin: English, Old FrenchOliver - Meaning: Patrician, noble, son of Patrick
Origin: LatinPatrick - Quentin
- Meaning: Little red-head, rowan tree
Origin: English, IrishRowan - Meaning: Name of God, God has heard
Origin: HebrewSamuel
Jaxx in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places
- Jaxx Nassar (Musician, born 1995): An American musician and multi-instrumentalist celebrated for their unique sound and contributions to indie rock.
- Jaxx Kell (Entrepreneur, born 1987): An Australian entrepreneur and founder of several successful tech startups.
- Jaxx Miller (Author, born 1988): An American author recognized for her crime novels and true crime writing.
- Jaxx Russell (Athlete, born 1992): A British professional skateboarder admired for his innovative tricks and style.
- Jaxx ("Mortal Kombat," 1992 Video Game Series): A cybernetically enhanced soldier and a key member of the Special Forces.
- Jaxx Teller ("Sons of Anarchy," 2008 TV Series): The Vice President and later President of the Sons of Anarchy Motorcycle Club.
- Jaxx Briggs ("Mortal Kombat: Annihilation," 1997 Film): A Special Forces officer who battles against Outworld's invasion.
- "Jaxx" (2019 Song by The Chainsmokers): A track from the popular electronic duo's album, featuring energetic beats and catchy lyrics.
- Jaxx ("Jaxx and the Beanstalk," 2015 Novel): A modern retelling of the classic fairy tale with a twist, featuring a young protagonist named Jaxx.
- Jaxx ("Jaxx's Quest," 2018 Fantasy Series): A book series following the adventures of a young hero named Jaxx in a magical world.
- Jaxx ("The Legend of Jaxx," 2017 TV Series): A fantasy adventure series about a young warrior named Jaxx fighting to protect his kingdom.
- "Jaxx Unleashed" (2020 Album by DJ Jaxx): An electronic dance music album by DJ Jaxx, featuring a mix of high-energy tracks.
- Jaxx ("Jaxx the Alien," 2016 Animated Film): An animated film about an alien named Jaxx who lands on Earth and befriends a group of kids.
- Jaxx Parker ("Jaxx Parker: Secret Agent," 2021 Novel): A spy novel about a secret agent named Jaxx Parker who embarks on thrilling missions around the world.
- None
Similar Names to Jaxx
- Meaning: God is gracious, the Lord is gracious
Origin: ScottishIan - Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: IrishSean - Meaning: The Lord is gracious, born of yew
Origin: Welsh, ScottishEvan - Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: IrishShane - Hans
- Yannick
- Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: ItalianGiovanni - Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: Russian, Slavic, HebrewIvan - Meaning: God is gracious, Yahweh is gracious
Origin: Italian, Hebrew Gianni - Meaning: God is gracious, gift from God
Origin: Spanish, HebrewJuan
Sibling Names for Jaxx
- Meaning: Father of peace
Origin: German, ScandinavianAxel - Meaning: God's gracious gift, gift from God
Origin: Venetian, German, ArabicZane - Flynn
- Meaning: Red-haired, reed clearing
Origin: ScottishReid - Gage
- Meaning: By the ash tree, at the ash tree
Origin: EnglishNash - Meaning: Advice, to speak
Origin: Dutch, LatinRhett - Meaning: Cheerful
Origin: English, NorseTate
- Meaning: Princess, blossom, flower, shining, bright, radiance
Origin: Arabic, HebrewZara - Meaning: Night, beauty, purple, divine play
Origin: Arabic, German, Persian, Sanskrit Lila - Meaning: Descendant of Conn, wisdom, counsel
Origin: IrishQuinn - Meaning: Ivy plant (climbing evergreen plant), faithfulness
Origin: EnglishIvy - Meaning: Harvester, to reap, to gather
Origin: GreekTessa - Meaning: Young
Origin: LatinJune - Lark
- Meaning: She who intoxicates
Origin: IrishMaeve
Parents Who Like the Name Jaxx Also Like
- Meaning: Wild, untamed
Origin: English, GermanWilder - Meaning: Jet black
Origin: EnglishJett - Meaning: Rich, powerful
Origin: Dutch, GermanRyker - Meaning: Son of Madoc, fortunate
Origin: WelshMaddox - Meaning: Heaven's light, dawn
Origin: GreekOrion - Meaning: Dark red, crimson
Origin: GreekPhoenix - Meaning: Independent, nonconformist
Origin: AmericanMaverick - Thor
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