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What does the baby name Grayson mean? Learn about what Grayson means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Grayson - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Grayson
G-R-A-Y-S-O-N, is a 7-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Grayson
GRAY-sən
GRAY sun
Meaning of Grayson
Son of the gray haired man, son of the grey-haired one, son of the steward, son of gray, son of the gray haired.
Origin of Grayson
The name 'Grayson' has English origins. It is derived from the Old English word 'græg', meaning 'gray', and the suffix '-son', which indicates 'son of'. Therefore, the name 'Grayson' can be interpreted as 'son of the gray-haired one' or 'son of the gray-haired man.'
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Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Grayson
Graydon
Greydon
Popularity of Grayson
In recent years, the name 'Grayson' has gained popularity in the United States. According to the Social Security Administration, it ranked as the 32nd most popular boys' name in 2020. Its popularity has been steadily increasing since the early 2000s, with a significant rise in usage in the last decade.
Grayson currently has 522 likes, and is in the top 1% of liked boy's names. The name Valentin is slightly more popular than Grayson.

Etymology of Grayson

The name 'Grayson' is a patronymic surname turned given name. It originated from the occupational surname 'Gray', which referred to individuals who had gray hair or worked with gray dyes. The addition of the suffix '-son' transformed it into a name indicating 'son of the gray-haired one.'

Cultural Significance of Grayson

While 'Grayson' does not hold specific cultural or historical significance, it is a name that has gained popularity in modern Western societies. It is often chosen by parents who appreciate its trendy and contemporary sound.