Drayson
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Son of the steward; son of the gray-haired one
Origin: English surname — from the medieval greyve (steward, bailiff) + son
Popularity: Ranked #3683 in 2025 with 30 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Grayson. Shares the meaning 'Son of the steward; son of the gray-haired one.'
Similar names: dayson, draylon, drayton, dreyson, dason, dayon, dayonna, dyson
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Drayson? About 1 in 110,950 babies born in 2025 were named Drayson, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Drayson
What does the name Drayson mean?
Drayson means “Son of the steward; son of the gray-haired one” from English surname — from the medieval greyve (steward, bailiff) + son roots.
What is the origin of the name Drayson?
Drayson has English surname — from the medieval greyve (steward, bailiff) + son origin. The traditional meaning is “Son of the steward; son of the gray-haired one”.
How popular is Drayson?
Drayson ranked #3658 in 2025 — given to 30 babies that year.
When was Drayson most popular?
Drayson peaked in 2012 with 36 babies registered that year.
Is Drayson a boy or girl name?
Drayson is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Draysons in registered births are male.
Is the name Drayson rising or falling in popularity?
Drayson has risen 49 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #3707 in 2020 to #3658 in 2025.
How long has Drayson been recorded?
Drayson appears in birth records across 30 years — from 1990 through 2025.