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Brendon vs Payson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Payson

Boy #2,637 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Paye/Pace (son of Peace)"

Origin: Old English/Latin

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,637
Total SSA Count
50
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Brendon Rank #2,567
Payson Rank #2,637

Brendon is more popular, ranked #2567 vs #2637 for Payson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brendon or Payson more popular?

Brendon is more popular, ranked #2567 compared to Payson at #2637 in the United States.

What do Brendon and Payson mean?

Brendon means "prince, king" (Welsh origin). Payson means "son of Paye/Pace (son of Peace)" (Old English/Latin origin).

Are Brendon and Payson boy or girl names?

Brendon is primarily a boy name. Payson is primarily a boy name.

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