Peyton vs Houston

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Peyton

Boy #659 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Paega's settlement"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #704 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Hugh's settlement, town"

Origin: Old English via Scottish

American English Southern American

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Peyton Rank #659

Houston Rank #704

Peyton is more popular, ranked #659 vs #704 for Houston.

Is Peyton or Houston more popular?

Peyton is more popular, ranked #659 compared to Houston at #704 in the United States.

What do Peyton and Houston mean?

Peyton means "Paega's settlement" (Old English origin). Houston means "Hugh's settlement, town" (Old English via Scottish origin).

Are Peyton and Houston boy or girl names?

Peyton is primarily a boy name. Houston is primarily a boy name.