Braxton

Braxton is a surname and given name of English origin. It originated as a habitational name from places named Braxton in England and has since spread to other English-speaking countries. In contemporary use, Braxton functions as both a surname and a given name and is used for males and, occasionally, females.

Notable people with the surname Braxton include Carter Braxton (1736–1797), a signer of the United States Declaration of Independence. The Braxtons, an American R&B family group, consists of Toni Braxton and her sisters Tamar, Traci, Towanda, and Trina, who have pursued solo careers as well.

People with Braxton as a given name include Braxton Miller, a college football quarterback at Ohio State, and Braxton Berrios, a professional American football wide receiver.

Geographically, Braxton County is a county in West Virginia. The name is used for several towns and communities in the United States, reflecting its habitational origin in England.