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Paiton

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Pronounced PAY-tun /ˈpeɪ.tən/High

Meaning: A modern respelling of Payton (Peyton), an English surname from a place name meaning 'Paega's town or settlement.' A crisp surname-style pick.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp surname pick: Paiton respells Payton, 'Paega's town' (said 'PAY-tun'). Modern and unisex-feeling.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningA modern respelling of Payton (Peyton), an English surname from a place name meaning 'Paega's town or settlement.' A crisp surname-style pick.
U.S. rank (2024)#17026 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births5 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2008
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,199

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200819922024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Paiton respells Payton (Peyton), an English surname from a place name, 'Paega's town or settlement.' It reads as a modern surname-style name - rare in this spelling (said 'PAY-tun').

It appears only rarely against the common Payton and Peyton. Rare, crisp, and surname-style.

Did you know? Paiton is a fresh spelling of Payton - an English surname meaning 'Paega's town,' long popular as a given name for girls and boys (said 'PAY-tun').
Overall data confidence 44%
References - Paiton — Payton/Peyton surname variant; 'Paega's town'

Variations

PaytonPeytonPaityn

Nicknames

PayPaitie

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Paiton mean?

Paiton is a respelling of Payton/Peyton, an English surname meaning 'Paega's town or settlement.'

How do you pronounce Paiton?

It's said PAY-tun /ˈpeɪ.tən/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Paiton a boy or girl name?

Paiton is a girl's name.

How popular is Paiton?

Paiton is a rare name in the U.S.

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