Peyton: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Originally a village name meaning fighting man's estate, Peyton has evolved into a polished, confident choice for any child.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #105
- Peak
- #47 in 2008
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Peyton Means
Peyton is a unisex name of English origin. Originally a village name meaning fighting man's estate, Peyton has evolved into a polished, confident choice for any child.
How Popular Peyton Is
Peyton currently ranks #105 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #47 in 2008. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Peyton
- Peyton Manning made this name feel like a champion for boys.
- Peyton Sawyer on One Tree Hill boosted its popularity for girls.
- The spelling Payton is also common, though Peyton is the original English form.
Names Like Peyton
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Peyton
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Peyton.
Questions About Peyton
What does Peyton mean?
Peyton is a unisex name of English origin. Originally a village name meaning fighting man's estate, Peyton has evolved into a polished, confident choice for any child.
How popular is Peyton?
Peyton currently ranks #105 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #47 in 2008. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Peyton come from?
Peyton comes from English roots. Peyton Manning made this name feel like a champion for boys.
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