Declining since 2010.
Popularity of Peyten since 1992
Babies named Peyten per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 33 | 0 |
| 2000s | 225 | 88 |
| 2010s | 232 | 43 |
| 2020s | 19 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Peyten is a modern respelling of the increasingly popular name Payton or Peyton. First recorded in 1992, it saw a peak in 2011 but has been falling in use since 2010, according to Social Security data. The name reflects the trend of creative spellings in American naming, particularly for unisex names ending in 'ten' or 'ton'.
Peyten is a modern respelling of Payton, itself a variant of Peyton. The name ultimately derives from an English surname, which originated from an Old English place name meaning 'Pœga's town'. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, often used for both girls and boys.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Pey, Pay
Sibling names for Peyten
Names that share Peyten's style, for a brother or sister.
