Declining since 2006, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Tayton since 1993
Babies named Tayton per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 76 |
| 2000s | 531 |
| 2010s | 379 |
| 2020s | 120 |
Meaning & origin
Tayton is a modern American name that first appeared on the Social Security list in 1993. Its usage peaked in 2005, ranking highest in that year, before entering a gradual decline. As of 2025, it ranks 6,803rd with roughly 1 in 142,340 newborn boys receiving the name. The name has not been recorded in any top state lists, suggesting it remains a scarce choice nationwide. Tayton exemplifies a pattern of contemporary boys' names formed by pairing a trendy initial syllable with the familiar -ton ending, a formula that appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds fresh yet recognizable. Lacking deep historical or linguistic roots, its appeal lies entirely in its modern, energetic sound.
Tayton is a modern coinage, likely formed by combining the sound of names like Taylor or Tyler with the popular -ton suffix seen in names such as Peyton and Brayton. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1993 and saw a modest spike in the mid-2000s. The name has no historical or traditional roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tay
Sibling names for Tayton
Names that share Tayton's style, for a brother or sister.
