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Layton vs Ford

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ford

Boy #571 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"shallow river crossing"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#571
Total SSA Count
504
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Layton Rank #693
Ford Rank #571

Ford is more popular, ranked #571 vs #693 for Layton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Layton or Ford more popular?

Ford is more popular, ranked #571 compared to Layton at #693 in the United States.

What do Layton and Ford mean?

Layton means "herb farm, meadow settlement" (Old English origin). Ford means "shallow river crossing" (Old English origin).

Are Layton and Ford boy or girl names?

Layton is primarily a boy name. Ford is primarily a boy name.

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