Layton: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A child from the settlement by the waterway.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #620
- Peak
- #544 in 2015
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Layton Means
Layton is a boy name of English origin. A child from the settlement by the waterway.
How Popular Layton Is
Layton currently ranks #620 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #544 in 2015. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Layton
- At its most popular, Layton reached #544 in the U.S. in 2015.
- Layton is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a fresh, modern feel that appeals to today's parents.
Names Like Layton
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Layton
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Questions About Layton
What does Layton mean?
Layton is a boy name of English origin. A child from the settlement by the waterway.
How popular is Layton?
Layton currently ranks #620 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #544 in 2015. It has held steady.
Where does Layton come from?
Layton comes from English roots. At its most popular, Layton reached #544 in the U.S. in 2015.
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