Ayrton Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAIR-ton / /ˈɛərtən/English; Scottish
Meaning
English: from the river; Scottish: high place
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ayrton has English and Scottish roots, often associated with geographical features. It is derived from Old English elements referring to rivers and heights. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly due to notable figures in motorsport.
Trend Summary
The name Ayrton has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, influenced by cultural references.
Similar Names
Variants
- Airton
International Variants
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Famous people named Ayrton
Ayrton Senna was a Brazilian Formula One racing driver, widely regarded as one of the greatest in the sport's history.
Ayrton Ribeiro is a Brazilian musician known for his contributions to contemporary music.
Fictional characters named Ayrton
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ayrton was first seen in the United States in 1986. Ayrton has ranked as high as #1335 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Ayrton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ayrton (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 46 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 38 |
| 2015 | 46 |
| 2016 | 40 |
| 2017 | 32 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 25 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 32 |