Settlement of bowing stones or rocking stones
Derived from Old English, this surname-turned-first-name likely refers to a town in Derbyshire, England. The name combines 'bucc' (a buck or bowing) and 'stan' (stone), referring to logan stones or rocking stones found in the area. It carries a sense of sturdy, geographic heritage.
Less common today
Buxton isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,445 in 2022.
Scottish composer known for his operas and film scores
A character from the children's stop-motion series · The Magic Roundabout
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
