Sexton - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Sexton \sex-ton\ is of Middle English origin, and its meaning is "church custodian". Occupational name. The sexton (or sacristan) is responsible for the upkeep of a church building.

Baby names that sound like Sexton are Saxton, Sextus and Sixto. Other similar baby names are Dexton and Rexton.

Sexton is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Sexton. Click here to compare Sexton with related baby names.