Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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
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
Girl Name Trend
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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 (16 Variations)
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
50.38% 1192nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
76.41% 1798th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
50.40% 1438th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
36.55% 1286th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.04% 849th/3685 |
34.61% 1549th/4475 |
10.42% 541st/5194 |
18.25% 1153rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
3.06% 140th/4582 |
5.13% 265th/5164 |
1.81% 132nd/7313 |
3.66% 273rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
8.31% 331st/3984 |
9.96% 447th/4487 |
4.22% 288th/6822 |
7.92% 497th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
20.14% 742nd/3685 |
37.72% 1688th/4475 |
10.22% 531st/5194 |
19.14% 1209th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
2.10% 96th/4582 |
2.85% 147th/5164 |
1.27% 93rd/7313 |
2.17% 162nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
1.88% 75th/3984 |
1.72% 77th/4487 |
1.20% 82nd/6822 |
1.94% 122nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Nevada across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been falling for male in MidWest, too rising for female in MidWest, falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, too rising for female in South, stalled for male in West, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, falling for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1538th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1671st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1664th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1616th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 734th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 173rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 345th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7881st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3783rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 828th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 115th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 91st out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.