Chayton Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Chayton is a name of Native American origin meaning 'falcon'. It has its roots in the Lakota Sioux language and reflects traits associated with the bird, such as strength and freedom. The name has evolved from its original use in indigenous cultures and has gained some popularity in contemporary naming practices. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, and it is often chosen for its unique cultural significance.
The name Chayton is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Chayton has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Chayton' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6989th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1776th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2553rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Chayton' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Chayton"
Pronunciation
/ˈʧeɪtən/
Origin
Native American
Etymology
The name Chayton is derived from the Lakota Sioux language, meaning 'falcon'. It is often associated with strength and freedom, reflecting the characteristics of the bird.
Meaning
falcon
Language Evolution
Lakota Sioux
Historical Usage
Chayton has been used among Native American communities and has gained some popularity in modern times as a unique name choice, especially among those looking for names with indigenous roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Chayt, Chay, Chaytonn
Modern Popularity & Image
Chayton is perceived as a distinctive and culturally rich name that conveys a sense of nature and strength. It is relatively uncommon, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking unique names.
Famous People
Chayton E. Kauffman, Native American artist, Chayton Black, Indigenous rights activist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Chayton"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Chayton"
"Chayton" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6989th of 16616 | 78 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1776th of 24088 | 1,169 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2553rd of 23106 | 616 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Chayton" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.76% 1822nd/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
29.50% 2157th/7313 |
35.25% 2631st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
- |
38.99% 2660th/6822 |
51.05% 3204th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Chayton" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Chayton"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Chayton" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.