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Peyton
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
138,617
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2009
Peak Popularity Year
8,027
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Peyton stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Peyton has its roots in Old English, meaning 'fighting man's estate'. It evolved from the Old English 'Pæga's tun' through Middle English to its current form. The name is associated with modern traits of being trendy and versatile, and it has no biblical significance. Peyton gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, and has several variants. Notable figures with this name include Peyton Manning and Peyton List.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈpeɪtən/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Peyton originates from an Old English surname derived from various place names in England, meaning 'fighting man's estate' or 'from the village of Pæga's town'.
Meaning
fighting man's estate
Language Evolution
Pæga's tun (Old English), Peyton (Middle English), Peyton (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Peyton gained popularity as a given name in the United States in the late 20th century, particularly for both boys and girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Payton, Paiton, Peytonn, Peyt
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Peyton is viewed as a trendy, unisex name that conveys a sense of modernity and appeal.
Famous People
Peyton Manning - former professional American football player, Peyton List - American actress and model
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 8,027 peak births in 2009
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 16 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1538th of 7545 | 371 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1671st of 6773 | 330 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1664th of 7552 | 419 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1616th of 10718 | 477 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 734th of 16616 | 2,818 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 173rd of 24088 | 35,944 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 345th of 23106 | 11,571 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7881st of 12526 | 35 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3783rd of 19264 | 266 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 828th of 27321 | 3,660 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 115th of 35406 | 45,677 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 91st of 30306 | 36,997 |