Sexton

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Sexton is a surname derived from the Old English word "seax," meaning "knife" or "dagger," and "tun," meaning "enclosure." A sexton was traditionally an officer in charge of the maintenance of a church, often employed as a gravedigger or bell-ringer.
Popularity
As a first name, Sexton is not currently ranked on any popular baby name lists. As a last name, it is relatively uncommon, ranking at #8,011 in the United States.

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Sexton Name meanings & History

Sexton is a surname derived from the Old English word "seax," meaning "knife" or "dagger," and "tun," meaning "enclosure." A sexton was traditionally an officer in charge of the maintenance of a church, often employed as a gravedigger or bell-ringer. Transferred use of the surname Sexton. Sexton is typically used as a first name for boys. Its unique and solemn connotations may make it an attractive choice for parents looking for a distinctive name with a sense of responsibility.

Zodiac Sign of Sexton: Success Capricorn

Synonyms of Sexton:

S: Solidity,Social Standing,Sex,Sensuality,Security,Success,Status

E: Exaggerate,Enlighten,Environment,Entertain,Enliven,Expressive

X: Exaggeration,Extreme,Extravagant,Excitement,X marks' the spot,Exhaustive,Extensive

T: Doubting Thomas,Testy,Tireless,Truth,Talkative,Tacky,Touchy

O: Obstinate,Obsolete,Obsessive,Ostentatious,Organized

N: Nice,Nagging,Nervous,Nutrition,Nitpicking,Neurosis,Neat

Sexton is:

  • a Devious name
  • a Rough name
  • a Serious name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strong name

2.) Sexton (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: (English) church offical; sexton.

Other Forms: Sextan, Sexten, Sextin, Sextyn


3.) Sexton (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: (English) church-loving

Other Forms: Sextan, Sextin, Sextown