Meaning, origin, history
Payton is an unisex given name of American origin, derived from the Irish surname Ó Pádraigín, which means "descendant of Patrick." The name Payton gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century and has since become a popular choice for both boys and girls. It peaked in popularity among girls in the late 1980s and early 1990s, reaching its highest rank of number 176 in 1992. For boys, Payton reached its peak popularity more recently, ranking at number 346 in 2005. The name is often associated with sports figures such as NFL player Payton Manning and NBA player Metta World Peace, who was originally named Ronald Artest but later changed his first name to Payton.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Payton since 1880
Total births
58,491
Total since 1880
Peak year
2009
3,645 births
in 2023
990
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-30%
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vs previous 5 years