Payton is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #2512 in 2017 with 8 recorded births. This places Payton in the top 41% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2018 with 13 births ranking #1786. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 166.7%. In 2017, approximately 1 in every 40,358 boys born was named Payton. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Payton is a modern spelling of Peyton, a surname and place-name name with English roots. It feels sporty, friendly, and familiar.
The name grew as parents embraced surname-style names and alternate spellings. Its popularity comes more from its contemporary sound than from widespread awareness of its ancient place-name origin.