Peyton

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: From The Town By The Bridge

Background: The name Peyton originates from an English surname, derived from a place name meaning 'from the town by the bridge.' This term combines elements denoting a locality with the notion of a bridge, indicating geographical significance.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#409
Total births
138,617
Most popular decade
2000s (157,332 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-112 ranks)
Years in Top 100
13
First recorded year
1884

Gender usage

37.5% male 62.5% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1884
First year births
5
First year rank
#971
Peak year
2007
Peak year births
3,375
Peak rank
#125
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
417
Recent rank
#658

Female

First year
1957
First year births
5
First year rank
#6,086
Peak year
2009
Peak year births
5,317
Peak rank
#42
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
1,812
Recent rank
#168

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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