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

Leighton - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Leighton
L-E-I-G-H-T-O-N, is a 8-letter female given name.
Meaning of Leighton
From the town by the meadow.
Origin of Leighton
The name 'Leighton' is of English origin. It is derived from a surname that originated from various place names in England. These place names include Leighton Buzzard in Bedfordshire, Leighton Bromswold in Cambridgeshire, and Leighton in Shropshire. The name 'Leighton' was later adopted as a given name for both boys and girls.
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Popularity of Leighton
The popularity of the name 'Leighton' has seen an increase in recent years. It gained attention as a girls' name after the American actress Leighton Meester rose to fame in the late 2000s. The name has since become more widely recognized and used, although it is still considered relatively uncommon.
Leighton currently has 2 likes, and is in the top 15% of liked girl's names. The name Fola is slightly more popular than Leighton.

Etymology of Leighton

The etymology of the name 'Leighton' can be traced back to Old English. It is composed of two elements: 'leah', meaning 'wood' or 'clearing', and 'tun', meaning 'enclosure' or 'settlement'. Therefore, 'Leighton' can be interpreted to mean 'settlement in the wood' or 'woodland clearing. '

Cultural Significance of Leighton

While 'Leighton' does not hold specific cultural or historical significance, it is a name that has gained popularity in contemporary society. It is often chosen for its modern and fashionable sound, rather than for any traditional or cultural associations.