gender neutral
Peyton
fighting man's estate
About Peyton
Versatile and contemporary, Peyton represents the evolution of modern naming sensibilities. This name has gained tremendous popularity across different regions and demographics, speaking to its broad appeal. Peyton offers a sense of refinement while remaining approachable and friendly. The sound is crisp and clear, making it easy to pronounce and remember. It works seamlessly in both casual and formal contexts, adapting to whatever situation arises. Parents appreciate how Peyton feels current without being trendy or likely to date quickly. The name suggests intelligence, adaptability, and social grace. Peyton has literary and cultural connections that add depth and interest. It's a name that encourages individuality while still fitting comfortably within social norms. The spelling is straightforward, reducing confusion throughout life. Peyton combines well with traditional family surnames and creates nice flow with various middle name options. This name appeals to parents who want something recognizable yet distinctive.
Popularity of the Name Peyton
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1887 | #809 | ||
| 1890 | #971 | ||
| 1891 | #932 | ||
| 1892 | #844 | ||
| 1893 | #891 | ||
| 1898 | #970 | ||
| 1989 | #988 | ||
| 1990 | #940 | ||
| 1991 | #952 | ||
| 1992 | #762 | ||
| 1993 | #660 | ||
| 1994 | #544 | ||
| 1995 | #479 | ||
| 1996 | #336 | ||
| 1997 | #254 | ||
| 1998 | #222 | #639 | |
| 1999 | #234 | #809 | |
| 2000 | #183 | #455 | |
| 2001 | #177 | #453 | |
| 2002 | #205 | #522 | |
| 2003 | #208 | #464 | |
| 2004 | #163 | #302 | |
| 2005 | #138 | #347 | |
| 2006 | #157 | #317 | |
| 2007 | #125 | #246 | |
| 2008 | #130 | #225 | |
| 2009 | #148 | #350 | |
| 2010 | #149 | #337 | |
| 2011 | #166 | #365 | |
| 2012 | #184 | #403 | |
| 2013 | #210 | #430 | |
| 2014 | #210 | #336 | #447 |
| 2015 | #262 | #526 | |
| 2016 | #288 | #569 | |
| 2017 | #341 | #556 | |
| 2018 | #399 | #753 | |
| 2019 | #437 | #876 | |
| 2020 | #433 | #872 | |
| 2021 | #471 | #844 | |
| 2022 | #535 | ||
| 2023 | #608 | ||
| 2024 | #658 | ||
| 2025 | #684 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Canada
Variations of Name Peyton
Names Similar to Peyton
Nicknames for Peyton
- Pey
- Pete
- Ton
- P.T.
Famous People Named Peyton
| Peyton Manning | American football player |
| Peyton Reed | American film director |
| Peyton Kennedy | Canadian actress |
| Peyton Royce | Australian professional wrestler |
| Peyton List | American actress |
| Peyton Hillis | American football player |
| Peyton Randolph | American politician |
| Peyton Siva | American basketball player |
| Peyton Sellers | American stock car racing driver |
| Peyton Alex Smith | American actor |
| Peyton Aldridge | American basketball player |
| Peyton Brown | American football player |
| Peyton Cares | American author |
| Peyton Meyer | American actor |
| Peyton Moore | American baseball player |
| Peyton Skipwith | English politician |
| Peyton Spangler | American baseball player |
| Peyton Stewart | American football player |
| Peyton Williams | American basketball player |
Characters Named Peyton
| Peyton Sawyer | One Tree Hill |
| Peyton Flanders | The Hand That Rocks the Cradle |
| Peyton Westlake | Darkman |
| Peyton Brooks | Calloway Sisters series |
| Peyton Halliwell | Charmed |
| Peyton Kelly | The Game Plan |
| Peyton Leverett | Lucifer |
| Peyton Manning | Code Name - The Cleaner |
| Peyton Riley | Spider-Man |
| Peyton Lake | Harper's Island |
| Peyton Sachs | Imagine Me & You |
| Peyton Driscoll | Wish Upon |
| Peyton Lombard | CSI - Miami |
| Peyton Morris | Degrassi - The Next Generation |
| Peyton Harkness | Smallville |
| Peyton Nichols | The Walking Dead - The Telltale Definitive Series |
| Peyton Evans | Guiding Light |