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Payson vs Exodus

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

Payson Rank #2,637
Exodus Rank #2,585

Exodus is more popular, ranked #2585 vs #2637 for Payson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Payson or Exodus more popular?

Exodus is more popular, ranked #2585 compared to Payson at #2637 in the United States.

What do Payson and Exodus mean?

Payson means "son of Paye/Pace (son of Peace)" (Old English/Latin origin). Exodus means "departure, going out" (Greek origin).

Are Payson and Exodus boy or girl names?

Payson is primarily a boy name. Exodus is primarily a boy name.

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