Ayrton is an uncommon yet distinctive given name of English origin, derived from Old English elements 'ēar' meaning 'warrior' or 'noble', and 'tūn' signifying 'farm' or 'enclosure'. This name was popularized in the 20th century by Ayrton Senna, a renowned Brazilian Formula One racing driver who won multiple championships during his career.
The name Ayrton has seen a significant increase in popularity over the years, with a total of 789 babies named Ayrton from 1986 to 2023. The highest peak in popularity occurred in 2015 and 2016, with 46 births each year.