Leighton Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Leighton Name at a Glance

Name	Leighton
Meaning	Herb garden. From the meadow farm. A surname and place name.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Leighton Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Leighton means “Herb garden. From the meadow farm. A surname and place name”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Leighton Name Origin

Our database records Leighton under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Leighton a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Leighton is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Leighton

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