Payson

What does the baby name Payson mean? Learn about what Payson means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Payson - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Payson: P-A-Y-S-O-N, is a 6-letter male given name.
Meaning of Payson: Son of peace.
Origin of Payson: The name 'Payson' is of English origin. It is derived from the English surname 'Payson', which originated as a patronymic surname meaning 'son of Pay'. The name 'Pay' is a diminutive form of the given name 'Peter', which itself comes from the Greek name 'Petros' meaning 'rock' or 'stone'.; English Names; Surname Names
Popularity of Payson: The popularity of the name 'Payson' has experienced moderate usage in recent years. While it has not reached the top ranks of popular baby names, it has seen a steady increase in usage. It is considered a unisex name, meaning it can be given to both boys and girls.; Payson currently has no likes. Be the first to like this name.

Etymology of Payson

The name 'Payson' is a variant spelling of the surname 'Peyton'. The surname 'Peyton' is derived from the Old English personal name 'Pǣga' combined with the Old English word 'tūn', meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement'. This gives the name the overall meaning of 'Pǣga's settlement' or 'Pǣga's town'.

Cultural Significance of Payson

The name 'Payson' does not hold significant cultural or historical significance. It is a name that has emerged in modern times and is primarily used as a given name rather than a surname.