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Peyton Unisex

Popularity: #164 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationPAY-ton / /ˈpeɪ.tən/

English; Irish

Meaning

English: from the warrior's estate; Irish: the royal one

Historical & Cultural Background

Peyton is derived from an English surname that originated from a place name in England. It has gained popularity as a given name in the United States, particularly for girls, since the late 20th century. The name has also been associated with Irish heritage, adding to its appeal. Its usage has been influenced by various cultural factors, including celebrity endorsements.

Trend Summary

Peyton has seen a steady rise in popularity for girls in the United States since the 1990s.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Payton
  • Paiton

International Variants

Famous people named Peyton

Peyton Manning is a former professional American football quarterback known for his successful career in the NFL.

Peyton List is an American actress and model recognized for her roles in various television series and films.

Fictional characters named Peyton

Peyton Sawyer is a character from the television series 'One Tree Hill,' known for her artistic talents and complex relationships.

Peyton Elizabeth Lee is a character in the Disney Channel series 'Andi Mack,' where she navigates the challenges of adolescence.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Peyton was first seen in the United States in 1957. Peyton has ranked as high as #121 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Peyton has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Peyton (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 126
7%
TX 113
7%
PA 105
6%
OH 96
6%
NY 95
5%
FL 93
5%
NC 77
4%
TN 61
4%
GA 57
3%
NJ 56
3%
IL 53
3%
AZ 50
3%
VA 44
3%
MN 42
2%
WI 42
2%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19575
19617
19627
19636
196410
19658
196628
196723
196815
196914
197024
19718
197216
197313
197419
197519
197617
197712
197814
197919
198017
198118
198219
198318
198425
198522
198632
198729
198842
198935
199061
199167
1992398
1993617
1994585
1995588
19961,104
19971,303
19981,417
19991,356
20001,967
20011,885
20021,702
20031,700
20042,394
20052,462
20062,537
20072,774
20084,737
20095,317
20104,971
20114,678
20124,477
20134,579
20144,453
20153,906
20163,510
20173,258
20182,910
20192,867
20202,730
20212,695
20222,319
20231,958
20241,812