gender neutral
Peyton
fighting man's estate
About Peyton
Peyton sparkles with athletic energy and approachable charm, a name that feels equally at home on a soccer field and in a boardroom. The friendly, open sound invites connection while maintaining a polished, professional quality that will serve her well throughout life. This name has gained popularity while retaining its distinctive character, familiar enough to be easily recognized yet uncommon enough to feel special. The strong "P" opening gives it presence, while the soft ending keeps it from feeling harsh. Peyton suggests someone outgoing, capable, and warm—traits any parent would hope to nurture. The name transcends regional boundaries and cultural contexts, working beautifully across diverse communities. Its modern feel ensures it won't feel dated as she grows, remaining fresh and relevant decade after decade.
Popularity of the Name Peyton
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 | #584 | ||||
| 1993 | #405 | #963 | |||
| 1994 | #431 | #994 | |||
| 1995 | #437 | ||||
| 1996 | #255 | #859 | |||
| 1997 | #230 | #860 | #365 | #761 | |
| 1998 | #218 | #653 | |||
| 1999 | #235 | #617 | |||
| 2000 | #168 | #408 | |||
| 2001 | #173 | #476 | |||
| 2002 | #188 | #432 | |||
| 2003 | #192 | #372 | |||
| 2004 | #134 | #208 | |||
| 2005 | #131 | #235 | |||
| 2006 | #138 | #157 | |||
| 2007 | #123 | #263 | #137 | ||
| 2008 | #60 | #548 | #87 | #59 | |
| 2009 | #42 | #307 | #58 | #53 | |
| 2010 | #51 | #236 | #50 | #643 | #57 |
| 2011 | #53 | #280 | #71 | #49 | |
| 2012 | #53 | #297 | #58 | #856 | #65 |
| 2013 | #51 | #279 | #64 | #66 | |
| 2014 | #56 | #287 | #56 | #452 | #72 |
| 2015 | #72 | #272 | #54 | #87 | |
| 2016 | #81 | #277 | #63 | #823 | #93 |
| 2017 | #89 | #285 | #70 | #104 | |
| 2018 | #102 | #284 | #77 | #100 | |
| 2019 | #97 | #312 | #91 | #988 | #93 |
| 2020 | #98 | #285 | #116 | #770 | #101 |
| 2021 | #100 | #257 | #104 | #108 | |
| 2022 | #125 | #369 | #124 | #124 | |
| 2023 | #143 | #410 | #131 | #795 | #163 |
| 2024 | #169 | #520 | #151 | #532 | #158 |
| 2025 | #199 | #652 | #168 | #192 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Peyton
Names Similar to Peyton
Nicknames for Peyton
- Pey
- Peyt
- Toni
- Toni
Famous People Named Peyton
| Peyton Manning | Renowned American football quarterback |
| Peyton Roi List | American actress and model |
| Peyton Lambton | Television personality from "The Bachelor" |
| Peyton Randolph | American colonial leader and statesman |
| Peyton Elizabeth Lee | American actress known for "Andi Mack" |
| Peyton Siva | American basketball player |
| Peyton Evans | British Paralympic swimmer |
| Peyton Knight | American fashion model |
| Peyton Royce | Australian professional wrestler |
| Peyton Reed | American film director |
| Peyton Skipwith | British art historian and curator |
| Peyton List | American actress from "Jessie" and "Bunk'd" |
| Peyton Clark | American actor from "I Didn't Do It" |
| Peyton Kennedy | Canadian actress from "Everything Sucks!" |
| Peyton Meyer | American actor from "Girl Meets World" |
| Peyton Dilweg | American former NFL player |
| Peyton Sellers | American racing driver |
| Peyton Moore | American singer-songwriter |
| Peyton C. March | U.S. Army Chief of Staff during World War I |
| Peyton Mabry | Social media influencer and content creator |
Characters Named Peyton
| Peyton Sawyer | Character from the TV series "One Tree Hill" |
| Peyton Charles | Character from the TV series "iZombie" |
| Peyton Flanders | Character from the movie "The Hand That Rocks the Cradle" |
| Peyton Nichols | Character from the TV series "Peyton Place" |
| Peyton Kelly | Character from the movie "The Game Plan" |
| Peyton Westlake | Alter ego of the character Darkman from the movie series "Darkman" |
| Peyton Halliwell | Character from the TV series "Charmed" |
| Peyton Frank | Character from the TV series "Happyland" |
| Peyton Riley | Character from the movie "Coyote Ugly" |
| Peyton Lombard | Character from the TV series "The O.C" |
| Peyton Driscoll | Character from the movie "You Lucky Dog" |
| Peyton Parks | Character from the comic book series "Black Panther" |
| Peyton Rutherford | Character from the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Peyton Van Pelt | Character from the TV series "Revenge" |