Payton is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1809 in 2025 with 16 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2010 with 77 births ranking #521. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 45.5%. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 15,830 girls born was named Payton. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
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.