Elan vs Payson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elan

Boy #2,632 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"tree, oak tree"

Origin: Hebrew

Israeli Jewish French American

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Boy #2,637 Most Popular 2 Syllables

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

Origin: Old English/Latin

American English

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Elan Rank #2,632

Payson Rank #2,637

Elan is more popular, ranked #2632 vs #2637 for Payson.

Is Elan or Payson more popular?

Elan is more popular, ranked #2632 compared to Payson at #2637 in the United States.

What do Elan and Payson mean?

Elan means "tree, oak tree" (Hebrew origin). Payson means "son of Paye/Pace (son of Peace)" (Old English/Latin origin).

Are Elan and Payson boy or girl names?

Elan is primarily a boy name. Payson is primarily a boy name.