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Grayson Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

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Meaning of Grayson: Grayson carries two documented etymologies. The Middle English form Grayesone meant son of the grieve, an Anglo-Scottish steward who managed estates. A second reading derives Grayson from a diminutive of Gregory, meaning son of Gregory, as detailed on etymology records.

US Rank 2024
No. 48
Births
6,211
Peak Year
2018
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English and Scottish parish records list Grayson as a working surname from the 13th century onward, particularly across Northumberland, Cumberland, and the Scottish Borders where steward families supervised manor estates. The surname crossed the Atlantic with colonial settlers and spread through Virginia and Kentucky records by the mid-18th century.

William Grayson served as one of the first two US senators from Virginia in 1789, and Kentucky named Grayson County in his honor in 1810. The surname gained further cultural weight through 20th-century fiction, including Dick Grayson, the original Robin in DC Comics introduced in 1940.

What Does Grayson Mean? Origin & Etymology

Per US Social Security Administration records, Grayson first entered the boys' top 1000 in 1984 as a surname-to-first-name transfer. The name climbed rapidly through the 2000s, broke into the top 100 in 2012, and peaked at rank 32 in 2017 and 2018 with 9,280 births.

As of 2024, Grayson holds rank 48 with 6,211 US births, staying close to its late-2010s peak. The name performs strongly in the American South and Mountain West, and the alternate spelling Greyson holds rank 143, making the combined Gray/Greyson pairing more widespread than the ranking alone suggests.

Variants across languages are limited because Grayson remains a distinctly English surname form. The spellings Greyson, Greysen, and Graysen all appear in US records. Notably, the feminine form Graysen reached the top 2000 in 2024, placing Grayson among a growing set of surnames parents deploy for daughters as well.

How Popular Is Grayson?

Numerology & Symbolism of Grayson

Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.

G(7) + R(9) + A(1) + Y(7) + S(1) + O(6) + N(5) = 36 = 9
Destiny number
9
Compassion
Sum of all letters, reduced to a single digit
Soul urge
7
Understanding
Sum of vowels only - reveals inner desires
Expression
11
Sensitivity
Sum of consonants - how others perceive you
Letters 7
Vowels / consonants 2 / 5
Birthstone Garnet
Lucky color Gold
1 Leadership Independent, driven, original — the initiator who forges new paths.
2 Harmony Diplomatic and cooperative, thriving through partnership and balance.
3 Expression Creative and communicative, bringing joy through art and words.
4 Stability Disciplined and dependable, building lasting structures through hard work.
5 Freedom Adventurous and adaptable, drawn to change, travel, and new experiences.
6 Nurturing Caring and responsible, focused on home, family, and community.
7 Wisdom Analytical and introspective, seeking truth through study and reflection.
8 Ambition Authoritative and goal-oriented, excelling in business and material achievement.
9 Compassion Humanitarian and idealistic, driven by a desire to serve and uplift others.
11 Intuition Master number: heightened sensitivity and spiritual insight beyond the ordinary.
22 Master Builder Master number: visionary practicality that turns ambitious dreams into reality.
33 Master Teacher Master number: selfless guidance and healing offered for the good of all.

Grayson – Similar Names & Alternatives

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Frequently Asked Questions about Grayson

What does Grayson mean?

Grayson means son of the steward, from Old English greyve (steward, bailiff) and -son (son of). As a given name, it carries the confident energy of a surname used first.

What is the origin of Grayson?

Grayson derives from an Old English surname. DC Comics’ Dick Grayson (Robin/Nightwing) gave it superhero associations. Grayson entered the US top 50 in 2013 and the top 30 in 2018.

How popular is Grayson in the US?

Grayson ranks 48 for boys in the US as of 2024, per SSA data. It entered the top 50 in 2013 and the top 30 in 2018. Grayson is especially popular in Southern states.

What are variants of Grayson?

Variants include Greyson (alternate spelling, ranks separately in the US top 100), Graeson, and Graysen. Both Grayson and Greyson are widely used in the US.

Is Grayson more popular for girls or boys?

Grayson is given predominantly to boys. It ranks 48 for boys in the US in 2024. Grayson occasionally appears for girls but does not rank in the girls’ top 1000.

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Linda Hartmann

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Over 12 years of editorial experience in American parenting media. Currently a PhD candidate researching naming trends in US cultural history. Mother of two, based in Austin, Texas. Leads MyGall’s editorial standards and SSA data verification.

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Grayson – Popularity by US State

AK No. 28 AL No. 21 AR No. 18 AZ No. 64 CA No. 111 CO No. 46 CT No. 74 DC No. 109 DE No. 34 FL No. 50 GA No. 23 HI No. 87 IA No. 36 ID No. 45 IL No. 57 IN No. 26 KS No. 27 KY No. 13 LA No. 23 MA No. 63 MD No. 60 ME No. 25 MI No. 27 MN No. 32 MO No. 25 MS No. 18 MT No. 40 NC No. 29 ND No. 45 NE No. 26 NH No. 38 NJ No. 77 NM No. 71 NV No. 34 NY No. 63 OH No. 10 OK No. 20 OR No. 25 PA No. 34 RI No. 56 SC No. 33 SD No. 28 TN No. 15 TX No. 76 UT No. 34 VA No. 46 VT No. 24 WA No. 55 WI No. 32 WV No. 10 WY No. 9

Quick Stats

US Rank
No. 48
Births (SSA)
6,211
Peak Year
2018

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