N
NamyLab

Peighton

female
Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Paega Settlement"

A modern spelling of Peyton, from an English place name, reflecting contemporary orthographic preferences in given-name adaptation.

Themes:toponymvariantsurname
UniqueRare

Fact-checked by Lily Anderson

M.F.A. Creative Writing, Sarah LawrencePublished NovelistName Collection Curator • Creative Names Editor

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Peighton

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#4976Ranked in 2024

Loading chart...

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Selected Year Rank
#4976

Peighton was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-1809

lower than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Peighton Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Peighton.

10 ideas
Peiie
Nickname
Peig
Nickname
peig
Nickname
pe
Nickname
tony
Nickname
peiy
Nickname
hton
Nickname
ighy
Nickname
po
Nickname
pie
Nickname

Similar Names to Peighton

female

Anna

AN-uh

“Grace; Favor”

#94
|Hebrew
female

Ashley

“Ash Tree Clearing”

#124
|English
female

Amanda

uh-MAN-duh

“Worthy of Love”

#496
|Latin
female

Amy

AY-mee

“Beloved”

#228
|French
female

Angela

AN-juh-luh

“Messenger; Angel”

#282
|Greek
female

Ann

“Grace, Favor”

#1141
|Hebrew
female

Amber

“Amber Resin”

#541
|Arabic
female

Annie

“Grace, Favor”

#191
|Hebrew
female

Audrey

“Noble Strength”

#82
|English
female

April

“Opening of Spring”

#502
|Latin

Baby Name Lists That Include Peighton

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Peighton, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

8 linked lists

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Peighton mean?
Peighton means "Paega Settlement". A modern spelling of Peyton, from an English place name, reflecting contemporary orthographic preferences in given-name
What is the origin of Peighton?
Peighton is of English origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.
How popular is the name Peighton?
According to the latest SSA data, Peighton is currently ranked #4976 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.
Is Peighton a girl name?
Peighton is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.
What are good nicknames for Peighton?
Popular nicknames for Peighton include Peiie, Peig, peig, pe, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Peighton?
There are many names similar to Peighton in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginEnglish
Syllables2
Length8 letters
US Rank#4976
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withP

Sibling Ideas

Explore More Girl Names Like Peighton

Peighton has English roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our English baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Peighton appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Unique Baby Names and Traditional English Names for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Names That Mean Child Of God for Boys and Girls and Baby Names Starting with P.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Peighton pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Peighton beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

Explore our full baby name lists for origin-based, meaning-based, and themed collections, or head back to the baby name generator to continue your search.