Dayson
2025 SSA
About Dayson
Dayson is a modern masculine name that emerged in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. It likely developed as a variation of similar-sounding names like Dawson, Jason, or Dayton, or as a combination of 'Day' with the popular '-son' suffix. The first element evokes brightness and optimism, while the suffix literally means 'son of' in Germanic naming traditions. Dayson has gained modest recognition in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, where it fits comfortably alongside other contemporary two-syllable masculine names. It offers a fresh alternative to more common choices while maintaining familiar sounds and patterns. The name has a strong, contemporary feel without being overly unusual, making it both distinctive and accessible.
Pronounced DAY-sun.
As of October 2026, Dayson ranked #4282 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2072 for boys in 2015.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,102 | 36 | 18.7 |
| 2015 | #2,072 | 68 | 35.5 |
| 2016 | #3,072 | 38 | 20 |
| 2017 | #2,687 | 46 | 24.9 |
| 2018 | #2,810 | 43 | 23.7 |
| 2019 | #3,818 | 28 | 15.6 |
| 2020 | #3,744 | 28 | 16.2 |
| 2021 | #3,514 | 32 | 18.3 |
| 2022 | #3,352 | 35 | 20 |
| 2023 | #4,913 | 20 | 11.7 |
| 2024 | #3,994 | 27 | 15.7 |
| 2025 | #4,282 | 24 | 14.1 |