Leighton is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #3705 in 2025 with 6 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2010 with 6 births ranking #3533. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 42,214 girls born was named Leighton. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
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.