Grayson Unisex
Origin(s)
English; Old French
Meaning
Son of the steward; son of the gray-haired one
Historical & Cultural Background
Grayson is derived from the Old French surname 'Gréson', which means 'son of the steward'. It has gained popularity as a first name in the United States since the late 20th century. The name reflects a trend of using surnames as first names, which has become increasingly common in modern naming practices.
Trend Summary
Grayson has seen a significant rise in popularity in the United States, ranking among the top names for boys in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Graysen
- Graycen
International Variants
- Grégoire (French)
- Grayson (English)
Famous people named Grayson
Grayson Allen is a professional basketball player known for his time with the Duke Blue Devils and the NBA.
Grayson Perry is a British artist and television presenter recognized for his work in ceramics and social commentary.
Grayson Carter is a notable American author known for his contributions to contemporary fiction.
Grayson Chance is a singer-songwriter who gained fame as a YouTube sensation.
Fictional characters named Grayson
Grayson is a character in the comic book series 'Grayson', where he takes on the role of a secret agent.
Grayson is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Grayson was first seen in the United States in 1905. Grayson has ranked as high as #47 nationally which occurred in 2017 and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, Ohio, California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Grayson has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Grayson (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 533 | |
| FL | 381 | |
| OH | 373 | |
| CA | 373 | |
| NY | 280 | |
| PA | 256 | |
| NC | 250 | |
| TN | 237 | |
| GA | 235 | |
| MI | 198 | |
| IL | 176 | |
| IN | 172 | |
| KY | 163 | |
| VA | 155 | |
| MO | 154 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 15 |
| 1915 | 27 |
| 1916 | 24 |
| 1917 | 26 |
| 1918 | 25 |
| 1919 | 35 |
| 1920 | 28 |
| 1921 | 21 |
| 1922 | 32 |
| 1923 | 30 |
| 1924 | 28 |
| 1925 | 28 |
| 1926 | 26 |
| 1927 | 22 |
| 1928 | 26 |
| 1929 | 32 |
| 1930 | 16 |
| 1931 | 39 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1933 | 16 |
| 1934 | 20 |
| 1935 | 11 |
| 1936 | 25 |
| 1937 | 22 |
| 1938 | 25 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 17 |
| 1941 | 33 |
| 1942 | 26 |
| 1943 | 25 |
| 1944 | 27 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1946 | 19 |
| 1947 | 24 |
| 1948 | 37 |
| 1949 | 18 |
| 1950 | 29 |
| 1951 | 25 |
| 1952 | 29 |
| 1953 | 23 |
| 1954 | 28 |
| 1955 | 25 |
| 1956 | 24 |
| 1957 | 26 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 22 |
| 1960 | 36 |
| 1961 | 22 |
| 1962 | 26 |
| 1963 | 24 |
| 1964 | 26 |
| 1965 | 18 |
| 1966 | 31 |
| 1967 | 37 |
| 1968 | 28 |
| 1969 | 34 |
| 1970 | 45 |
| 1971 | 35 |
| 1972 | 29 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1974 | 36 |
| 1975 | 45 |
| 1976 | 40 |
| 1977 | 35 |
| 1978 | 45 |
| 1979 | 56 |
| 1980 | 69 |
| 1981 | 48 |
| 1982 | 56 |
| 1983 | 76 |
| 1984 | 100 |
| 1985 | 136 |
| 1986 | 135 |
| 1987 | 153 |
| 1988 | 152 |
| 1989 | 169 |
| 1990 | 228 |
| 1991 | 239 |
| 1992 | 279 |
| 1993 | 293 |
| 1994 | 385 |
| 1995 | 532 |
| 1996 | 582 |
| 1997 | 658 |
| 1998 | 725 |
| 1999 | 812 |
| 2000 | 926 |
| 2001 | 875 |
| 2002 | 929 |
| 2003 | 1,025 |
| 2004 | 1,196 |
| 2005 | 1,308 |
| 2006 | 1,681 |
| 2007 | 1,853 |
| 2008 | 2,116 |
| 2009 | 2,258 |
| 2010 | 3,359 |
| 2011 | 3,940 |
| 2012 | 4,717 |
| 2013 | 5,557 |
| 2014 | 6,580 |
| 2015 | 7,925 |
| 2016 | 8,692 |
| 2017 | 8,717 |
| 2018 | 8,605 |
| 2019 | 8,306 |
| 2020 | 7,482 |
| 2021 | 7,549 |
| 2022 | 7,191 |
| 2023 | 6,465 |
| 2024 | 6,211 |