Paydon is an uncommon male given name of English origin. It is derived from Old English elements 'Pæga' meaning "peace" and 'Dun' signifying "hill". This name is often associated with a peaceful, elevated place. Paydon was more common in the past but has seen a decline in usage over time. There are no well-known historical figures or fictional characters named Paydon that could influence its popularity.
Paydon seems to have been a popular name for newborns in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, with a total of 120 babies named Paydon born between 1988 and 2012. The years with the highest number of Paydon births were 2004 (12 births) and 2008-2009 (both 10 births).