The first name Leyton

In 2025, 21 boys were named Leyton, making it the 1,307th most popular boys’ name. It peaked in 2010, with 121 births (#347).

Office for National Statistics; years with fewer than three births are not published and show as zero. Compare Leyton with other names.

In 2025, 56 boys born in the United States were named Leyton, the 2,436th most popular boys’ name that year. It was used most in 2010, when 144 were.

US Social Security Administration, from applications for a Social Security card. A name is only published for a year when at least five babies were given it, so quieter years show as zero.

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All 216 names of English origin

What does the name Leyton mean?

Leyton means “enclosure”, “settlement”, “town” in English.

What is the origin of the name Leyton?

From the name of the River Lea + Old English tūn (“enclosure; settlement, town”). Doublet of Luton.

How popular is the name Leyton?

In 2025, 21 boys born in England and Wales were named Leyton, ranking 1,307th. Its peak was 2010, with 121 births.

Is Leyton a boy's or a girl's name?

Both. Of the 2,972 US babies named Leyton since 1880, 14% were girls and 86% boys.

When was Leyton most popular?

2010 in the United States, when 144 babies were named Leyton, its highest rank at 1,230th.

How do you pronounce Leyton?

Leyton is /ˈleɪtən/, 2 syllables.

What name is Leyton a form of?

Leyton is a form of Leighton.

Is Leyton also a surname?

Yes. Leyton is used as a surname as well as a first name; its surname page has the origin and how many people carry it.