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Paighton

Pronunciation: [ p-AYT-uhn ]

Girl Name #12,645 Most Popular Hidden Gem 8 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Paighton is a girl name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-AYT-uhn.

Parents who love the name Paighton often also consider Pauline, Pattie, Patsy .

Popularity Over Time

#12,645
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#12,645
Total SSA Count
9

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Pai Pay Paiie Paigie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Paighton

Is Paighton a boy or girl name?
Paighton is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Paighton?
Paighton is pronounced p-AYT-uhn.
How popular is the name Paighton?
Paighton is currently ranked #12645 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Paighton?
Common nicknames for Paighton include Pai, Pay, Paiie, and Paigie.
Is Paighton a common or rare name?
Paighton is an uncommon name, ranked #12645 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Paighton

Paighton is a girl name .

Paighton is currently ranked #12,645 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Paighton include Pai, Pay, Paiie, and Paigie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Paighton include Paige . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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