Payden is a unique and modern given name, first introduced in recent decades. It's believed to have been created as a gender-neutral alternative to traditional names like Hayden and Hayden. Payden consists of three syllables: "PAY" pronounced like the word "pay", "DEN" sounding like "den", and "-EN" similar to "-en". This name can be written in lowercase or uppercase, although it's more commonly seen as PAYDEN. It is not a traditional name with historical roots but rather a contemporary creation that has gained some popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking distinctive names for their children.
The name Payden experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years. The highest number of births was recorded in 2006 with 56 births, while the lowest occurred recently in 2023 with only 10 births. Since 1986, there have been a total of 1318 Payden births.