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Payton

/ˈpeɪtən/

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Meaning

From the town of Payton or Pæga's settlement

Represents a connection to place and heritage, symbolizing rootedness and identity through ancestral geography.

Symbolism

Embodies belonging, legacy, and the idea of home; as a modern name, it also conveys independence and gender fluidity.

Etymology: Derived from Old English elements 'Pǣga' (a personal name) and 'tūn' (settlement or town), meaning 'Pǣga's estate' or 'settlement associated with Pǣga'. Originally a locative surname indicating someone from a place called Payton or Peyton.

Style & Origin

modern

english

Cultural Background

Originating in England as a locational surname, Payton is now widely used in English-speaking countr

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