Payne Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationPAYN / /peɪn/English; Old French
Meaning
English: 'fence'; Old French: 'pagan'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Payne has roots in both English and Old French. In English, it is derived from the word for a fence or enclosure. The Old French origin relates to the term for a pagan, reflecting historical religious contexts. The name has been used in various forms throughout history and has appeared in literature and records.
Trend Summary
The name Payne has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Payn
- Paine
International Variants
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Famous people named Payne
Payne Stewart was a professional golfer known for his distinctive style and winning major championships.
Payne Whitney was an American businessman and philanthropist, notable for his contributions to various charitable causes.
Fictional characters named Payne
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Payne was first seen in the United States in 1900. Payne has ranked as high as #1162 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, Michigan, California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Payne has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Payne (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 26 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 34 |
| 1993 | 54 |
| 1994 | 67 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1996 | 42 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 41 |
| 2000 | 121 |
| 2001 | 81 |
| 2002 | 62 |
| 2003 | 55 |
| 2004 | 45 |
| 2005 | 44 |
| 2006 | 40 |
| 2007 | 38 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 8 |