Saxon - Last Names

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Saxon

/ˈsæksən/

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Moderate

Meaning

A member of the Germanic people who invaded and settled in England during the early medieval period

Represents ancestral roots, warrior heritage, and cultural endurance through centuries of change

Symbolism

Embodies strength, tradition, and historical continuity; often associated with early English identity and tribal pride

Etymology: Derived from Late Latin 'Saxones', referring to the ancient Germanic tribe known as the Saxons, possibly from the word 'seax', meaning a type of knife or short sword used by the tribe

Style & Origin

traditional
strong
english

Cultural Background

Of English origin, the name Saxon refers to the Germanic tribes that settled in Britain during the e

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