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Peyton vs Drake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Drake

Boy #662 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dragon"

Origin: Old English from Latin draco

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#662
Total SSA Count
414
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Peyton Rank #659
Drake Rank #662

Peyton is more popular, ranked #659 vs #662 for Drake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Peyton or Drake more popular?

Peyton is more popular, ranked #659 compared to Drake at #662 in the United States.

What do Peyton and Drake mean?

Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin). Drake means "dragon" (Old English from Latin draco origin).

Are Peyton and Drake boy or girl names?

Peyton is primarily a boy name. Drake is primarily a boy name.

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