Pax
Pax is a boy's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Peace.
Origin and history
Pax is a modern given name derived directly from the Latin word for peace. Historically associated with Pax, the Roman goddess of peace, it has gained traction in the United States in recent decades as a short, contemporary choice. Though still relatively rare, its usage has increased significantly in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,044 babies in the United States have been named Pax since 1880. It ranks #3641 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1518.
States where it is most popular
- CA (47.1 %)
- TX (33.1 %)
- NY (6.6 %)
- FL (5.5 %)
- NC (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 12 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 65 |
| 2010-2019 | 557 |
| 2020-2029 | 410 |
Famous people named Pax
- Pax Jolie-Pitt: Public Figure
Fun facts
- Pax was the Roman goddess of peace, equivalent to the Greek goddess Eirene.
- The term forms part of the historical phrase 'Pax Romana,' referring to a long period of relative peacefulness in the Roman Empire.