US Popularity:591
Origin:British
Meaning:Leek town; herb garden; meadow town
Dating back to the 13th century, Leighton is a gender-neutral name of British origin. Forged from the Old English leac, meaning "leek," Leighton holds the rustic meaning of "leek town." It may not be the most glamorous of titles, but Leighton represents sustenance and great appeal. So much so that many interpret the name as "herb garden" or "meadow town," depending on which of nature's bounties hold the most sway.

Leighton Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Leighton is currently #604 on The Bump
Boy:Leighton is currently #435 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Leighton is currently #349 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Leighton is currently #591 in U.S. births
Boy:Leighton is currently #1732 in U.S. births
Girl:Leighton is currently #765 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#765
in 2022
+ 36
from 2020
In comparison to the previous year's data
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