About Buxton
The surname Buxton is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "buc," meaning "a male deer" or "buck," and "tun," meaning "a settlement" or "enclosure." Therefore, the surname Buxton likely originated as a locational name for someone who lived near or was associated with a place where deer were abundant. It could also have been a topographical name for someone who lived near a deer enclosure or hunting ground.
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The surname Buxton is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Buxton based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Buxton in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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