Ayrton
Ayrton is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Farmstead on the River Aire.
Origin and history
Ayrton originates as an English surname derived from a place name, meaning a farmstead or village on the River Aire. It gained international popularity through the fame of Brazilian Formula One driver Ayrton Senna. In the United States, it remains a distinctive, uncommon choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
862 babies in the United States have been named Ayrton since 1880. It ranks #3815 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1754.
States where it is most popular
- CA (77 %)
- TX (14.8 %)
- NY (5.5 %)
- VA (2.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 20 |
| 1990-2000 | 180 |
| 2000-2010 | 171 |
| 2010-2019 | 318 |
| 2020-2029 | 173 |
Famous people named Ayrton
- Ayrton Senna: Race car driver, Athlete
- Ayrton Preciado: Professional soccer player
Fun facts
- The name's usage as a given name worldwide was largely popularized by three-time Formula One World Champion Ayrton Senna.
- It originally referred to several locations in Yorkshire, England, such as Airton, situated along the River Aire.