Baxter is a popular and trendy name in English-speaking countries, especially in the United States and Canada. The name has a history of use as a first name, but it is more commonly found as a surname. It is also associated with the character Baxter Stockman from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise.
Baxter is derived from the Old English occupational surname "baker", which refers to a person who makes or sells baked goods. From an occupational surname that meant "(female) baker", from Old English bæcere and a feminine agent suffix. Baxter is used as both a first and last name.
Baxter is a name derived from the Old English word for ‘baker’. It was popular throughout the late 19th century and early 20th century, but the name has a certain modern ring to it that makes it a popular choice for contemporary babies.