Grayson
Grayson: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡɹeɪ.sən/
Meaning and origin of Grayson
Root meaning: “steward”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
From Middle English greyve (“steward”) + -son.
How popular is Grayson?
Since 1880, 4,190 girls and 128,994 boys in the U.S. have been named Grayson (3% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1113 in 2001. Its highest rank for boys was #32 in 2018. In 2025 it ranked #51 for boys, with 5,857 babies given the name.
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Grayson FAQ
What does the name Grayson mean?
Grayson traces back to a root meaning "steward". A male given name transferred from the surname. From Middle English greyve (“steward”) + -son.
What is the origin of the name Grayson?
Grayson is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Grayson?
Since 1880, 4,190 girls and 128,994 boys in the U.S. have been named Grayson (3% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1113 in 2001. Its highest rank for boys was #32 in 2018. In 2025 it ranked #51 for boys, with 5,857 babies given the name.
Is Grayson a boy or girl name?
Grayson is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 4,190 girls and 128,994 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.