"from the warrior's town"
Origin: Old English
Language: English
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A modern spelling of the warrior-town classic Peyton
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Meaning & Origin
"settlement of Paega (a personal name)"
Origin: Anglo-Saxon
Language: English
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The Story of Peighton
Peighton is a creative spelling variant of Peyton, which derives from the Old English place name meaning settlement of Paega or warrior's town. The name was originally a surname for families from Peyton villages in England. It transitioned to a given name in the United States, and became especially popular for girls after NFL quarterback Peyton Manning rose to fame, paradoxically making it trendier for girls than boys.
The Peyton/Payton spelling peaked in the 2000s-2010s for American girls, fueled by TV characters and celebrity culture. The distinctive Peighton spelling emerged as parents sought the familiar sound with a unique visual identity. The -eigh- spelling (as in Leigh, Raleigh) signals sophistication.
Peighton represents the American trend of phonetically familiar names with unexpected spellings. The -eigh- construction gives the name a British aristocratic feel while the overall name remains thoroughly American and contemporary.
Historical Record
Peighton first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 2,717 babies have been named Peighton in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Peighton is past its peak , currently ranked #4,991 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Peyton Manning won two Super Bowls and is considered one of the greatest NFL quarterbacks
- Peyton is now given more frequently to girls than boys in the United States
- The town of Peyton, Colorado is named after the same Old English root
Peighton in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#4,991
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,991
- Total SSA Count
- 27
- Cultural Origins
- American English Irish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Peigh
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Pey
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Frequently Asked Questions About Peighton
What does the name Peighton mean?
"from the warrior's town" (from Old English). "settlement of Paega (a personal name)" (from Anglo-Saxon). Peighton is a creative spelling variant of Peyton, which derives from the Old English place name meaning settlement of Paega or warrior's town. The name was originally a surname for families from Peyton villages in England. It transitioned to a given name in the United States, and became especially popular for girls after NFL quarterback Peyton Manning rose to fame, paradoxically making it trendier for girls than boys.
What is the origin of the name Peighton?
Peighton has Old English, Anglo-Saxon, American, English, and Irish origins. In Old English, it means "from the warrior's town". In Anglo-Saxon, it means "settlement of Paega (a personal name)".
Is Peighton a boy or girl name?
Peighton is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #4991. As a boy name, it is ranked #11364. Peighton is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Peighton?
Peighton is currently ranked #4991 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Peighton?
Common nicknames for Peighton include Peigh and Pey.
What are good middle names for Peighton?
Popular middle name pairings include Peighton Grace, Peighton Marie, Peighton Lynn, Peighton Rose, Peighton Anne, and Peighton Elizabeth.
What are good sibling names for Peighton?
Names that pair well with Peighton as siblings include Brayden, Addison, Madison, Riley, Logan, and Avery.
How many syllables does Peighton have?
Peighton has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Peighton a common or rare name?
Peighton is an uncommon name, ranked #4991 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Peighton
Peighton is a girl name with American, English, and Irish origins . The name means "from the warrior's town" in Old English .
Is Peighton a boy or girl name? Peighton is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,991 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #11,364. Peighton is more commonly used as a girl name.
Peighton is currently ranked #4,991 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Peighton has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Peighton include Peigh, P, and Pey. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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