Peyton
girl name#199 in 2025Peyton entered the US charts in 1957, peaked at #42 in 2009, ranks #199 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1957–2025
#199
rank today
#42
peak (2009)
1,559
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #6086 |
| 1960s | #4191 |
| 1970s | #4149 |
| 1980s | #3534 |
| 1990s | #696 |
| 2000s | #135 |
| 2010s | #71 |
| 2020s | #139 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Peyton has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 87,500 people named Peyton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Peyton alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Peyton in 2025?
- Peyton ranks #199 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,559 babies given the name.
- When was the name Peyton most popular?
- Peyton peaked in 2009, reaching #42 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Peyton with classmates?
- Peyton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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