Olivia Chen

By Olivia Chen
Historical Naming Consultant

Updated on September 04, 2024

Packston

US Popularity Rank: None

Origin: British

Meaning: Poecc's settlement; Peace

Packston is a classic English spelling of a popular American name, offering an alternative to Paxton. Of English origin, the title is composed of the components Pœcc and tún, meaning “Pœcc’s town.” Packston is also considered a habitational name for Paxton in Scotland and Hertfordshire. Pax is the Latin term for “peace,” perfectly describing the emotion you will feel holding baby in your arms.