Kreighton

“Kreighton is a variant of the traditional name Creighton, which has roots in Old English and Old Norse”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#13311US 2023

5Births / yr

↓Falling

61All-time births

📅 Since 199000

What does Kreighton mean and where does it come from?

Kreighton is a variant of the traditional name Creighton, which has roots in Old English and Old Norse. Its use has been traced back to medieval England. Kreighton is less commonly used but has started to gain traction in modern naming trends in America. Notable figures with the name include Kreight

Cultural significance

Kreighton has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #7837 in 2013 — currently #13311 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kreighton?

Kreighton works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kreighton Grace

How popular is Kreighton right now?

Falling — down 2985 spots — currently #13311 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#13311 · Top 9.8%

1990

2015

2020

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#13311	5	▼ down 2985 · -29% births
2021	#10326	7	▲ up 730 · +17% births
2020	#11056	6	▲ up 147
2015	#11203	6	▼ down 1832 · +20% births
1990	#9371	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kreighton

Best Year1990Rank #9371

Peak Count7

Average Rank#11053

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1990 - 20235 years

The story of Kreighton

Kreighton is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1990. With 61 total births recorded, Kreighton remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #9371 in 1990, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #13311 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kreighton in 2013:

Noah Jacob Liam Mason William

Kreighton by decade

Kreighton peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	5
2000s	11
2010s ★	39
2020s	6

💎Kreighton has only 61 total recorded births since 1990 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kreighton?

Common

KreKreiKreieKreyIghton

What names sound and feel like Kreighton?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kreighton also consider these

Breighton

American · Old English

Creighton

American · Old English

Treighton

American · English

Dreighton

American · Derived from the

Cleighton

American · English

Kreston

American · follower of Christ

Kreyton

American · famous estate

Keighton

English · Old English

Common questions about the name Kreighton

What does the name Kreighton mean?

Kreighton means "English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Kreighton?

Kreighton is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Kreighton?

Kreighton originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Kreighton a common or rare name?

Kreighton is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Kreighton?

Kreighton naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.