Peyton is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #658 in 2024 with 417 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2007 with 3,375 births ranking #125. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 46.0%. In 2024, approximately 1 in every 4,113 boys born was named Peyton. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Peyton is a streamlined surname-style name with English place-name roots. It feels polished, modern, and very flexible.
The name became especially popular as surname names moved strongly into first-name use. Its success for girls and boys alike helped make it one of the defining modern unisex favourites.