Name comparison · girl names
Palmer vs. Payton
In 2025, Palmer leads at #232 among U.S. girls' names, with Payton at #440. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Palmer | Payton |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Falling |
| 2025 rank | #232 | #440 |
| Babies in 2025 | 1,330 | 701 |
| All-time peak | #232 in 2025 | #79 in 2010 |
| Uniqueness score | 31 / 100 | 39 / 100 |
| Strongest state | North Dakota (#72) | South Dakota (#117) |