The name reached its all-time peak in 2010 with 6 births ranking #3533. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Leighton is an English place and surname name with a tailored modern sound. Its old meaning refers to a settlement associated with leeks.
Like many surname-style choices, Leighton moved into first-name use because it feels polished and contemporary. Its crisp structure gives it a more formal look than many softer modern names.