Names That Mean Dagger

Saxon is unusual word name that nevertheless feels right on trend, with that sharp X in the middle and that two-syllable-ending-in-n pattern. Reminiscent of Roman but not yet so popular, Saxon is one to watch out for.

An unusual word name that nevertheless feels right on trend, with that two-syllable, n-ending shape and sharp middle X.

An older form of Saxo, the name of an illustrious Danish medieval chronicler, which to the English ear may sound a little too close to "sexy" for comfort.

A Latinised form of the Old Norse name Saxi, meaning either "Saxon" or "dagger, short sword". A notable historical bearer is Saxo Grammaticus, a medieval Danish chronicler who wrote the first full history of Denmark, the Gesta Danorum.