Paytyn is a modern, unique name of American origin, derived from the word 'patina', which refers to a thin layer of material on metal surfaces that forms over time due to oxidation. The name Paytyn was likely created by combining parts of words like 'patina' and 'ruby', or perhaps influenced by names like Patricia and Ruby themselves. It gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States, but it remains relatively rare compared to more traditional names.
The name Paytyn experienced significant popularity between 2005 and 2009, with the highest number of births occurring in 2008 (47) and 2009 (43). However, there has been a steady decline since then, with only 6 births recorded in both 2019 and 2022. Overall, from 1999 to 2022, Paytyn was given to a total of 487 newborns.