Peyton: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced PAY-tuhn · 2 syllables
Variant of Payton.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- PAY-tuhn
- US rank (2025)
- #199
- US babies a year
- about 2,570 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Peyton?
Peyton was the #199 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,957 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 60% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #199 |
| England & Wales | #302 |
| Scotland | #178 |
| Northern Ireland | #281 |
| Canada | #185 |
| Australia | #102 |
How old are people named Peyton?
Half of US adults named Peyton are older than 23; most are between 18 and 33. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Peyton
How do you pronounce Peyton?
Peyton is pronounced PAY-tuhn.
How popular is the name Peyton?
Peyton was the #199 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,957 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 60% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Peyton?
Half of US adults named Peyton are older than 23. Most are between 18 and 33.