Declining since 2021, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Foxx since 1995
Babies named Foxx per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 21 |
| 2000s | 88 |
| 2010s | 107 |
| 2020s | 71 |
Meaning & origin
Foxx is a rare given name that emerged in the 1990s, first recorded in 1995. It peaked in popularity in 2022, but has since been falling. In 2025, it ranked 8243rd, with approximately 1 in 189,786 baby boys receiving the name. The name is a variant spelling of the English surname Fox, which originally meant 'fox' and was used as a nickname for someone with red hair or cleverness. As a given name, Foxx aligns with the trend of surnames and animal names, such as Bear or Wolf, and shares the modern 'x' ending seen in names like Jax and Knox. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice.
Foxx is a variant of the English surname Fox, which originated as a nickname for someone with red hair or a clever nature, from the Old English 'fox'. As a given name, it gained modest use in the late 20th century, particularly after the actor Jamie Foxx (born 1967).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Fox
Sibling names for Foxx
Names that share Foxx's style, for a brother or sister.
