Greyson Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationGRAY-sun / /ˈɡreɪsən/English; Scottish
Meaning
Son of the steward; gray-haired
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Greyson is derived from the surname Grayson, which originally referred to someone who lived near a gray-haired person or a steward. It has gained popularity as a given name in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name reflects a trend towards using surnames as first names. Its appeal may also stem from its modern sound and association with the color gray.
Trend Summary
Greyson has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Grayson
- Greyson
International Variants
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Famous people named Greyson
Greyson Chance is an American singer-songwriter known for his viral performance of 'Paparazzi' on YouTube.
Greyson Perry is a British artist and writer, recognized for his work in ceramics and social commentary.
Fictional characters named Greyson
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Greyson was first seen in the United States in 1965. Greyson has ranked as high as #124 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Greyson has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Greyson (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 221 | |
| CA | 182 | |
| NY | 149 | |
| FL | 149 | |
| OH | 141 | |
| PA | 126 | |
| MI | 107 | |
| NC | 103 | |
| IN | 94 | |
| GA | 89 | |
| TN | 81 | |
| MO | 79 | |
| IL | 77 | |
| WA | 72 | |
| KY | 69 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 31 |
| 1986 | 31 |
| 1987 | 33 |
| 1988 | 40 |
| 1989 | 45 |
| 1990 | 50 |
| 1991 | 53 |
| 1992 | 66 |
| 1993 | 78 |
| 1994 | 95 |
| 1995 | 133 |
| 1996 | 177 |
| 1997 | 171 |
| 1998 | 192 |
| 1999 | 226 |
| 2000 | 248 |
| 2001 | 272 |
| 2002 | 253 |
| 2003 | 290 |
| 2004 | 310 |
| 2005 | 418 |
| 2006 | 520 |
| 2007 | 703 |
| 2008 | 807 |
| 2009 | 905 |
| 2010 | 1,371 |
| 2011 | 1,794 |
| 2012 | 2,237 |
| 2013 | 2,649 |
| 2014 | 3,050 |
| 2015 | 3,607 |
| 2016 | 4,325 |
| 2017 | 4,848 |
| 2018 | 4,754 |
| 2019 | 4,564 |
| 2020 | 4,372 |
| 2021 | 4,223 |
| 2022 | 3,770 |
| 2023 | 3,074 |
| 2024 | 2,868 |