Payton
Payton is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Pæga's settlement or village.
Origin and history
Payton is an English name derived from an Old English place name meaning Pæga's town. Originally used primarily as a surname, it gained popularity as a unisex given name in the United States in the late 20th century. While used for both boys and girls, it remains a well-known masculine option, partly associated with prominent sports figures.
Popularity in the United States
24,739 babies in the United States have been named Payton since 1880. It ranks #744 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1177.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.4 %)
- IL (6.4 %)
- CA (4.8 %)
- GA (4.1 %)
- OH (4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 11 |
| 1890-1900 | 10 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 118 |
| 1920-1930 | 171 |
| 1930-1940 | 131 |
| 1940-1950 | 148 |
| 1950-1960 | 122 |
| 1960-1970 | 153 |
| 1970-1980 | 201 |
| 1980-1990 | 574 |
| 1990-2000 | 4,800 |
| 2000-2010 | 12,996 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,479 |
| 2020-2029 | 820 |
Famous people named Payton
- Payton Manning: Basketball player
Fun facts
- Payton was originally an English surname referencing several locations in England, such as Peyton in Essex.
- The name rose in usage in the 1990s alongside similar surname-derived names like Peyton.