Drayson
2025 SSA
About Drayson
Drayson is a masculine name with English origins, likely derived from an Old English surname meaning 'son of Draig' or 'son of the dragon-slayer.' It combines the elements 'draig' (dragon) and 'son,' creating a name with strong, heroic connotations. As a first name, Drayson is relatively modern and uncommon, emerging during the surname-as-first-name trend of recent decades. The name has a contemporary feel while maintaining connections to ancient imagery and mythology. Drayson carries an air of strength and distinction with its crisp sound pattern. Its rarity offers uniqueness without seeming invented, appealing to parents seeking an uncommon name with legitimate etymological roots and a powerful, masculine quality.
Pronounced DRAY-sun.
As of October 2026, Drayson ranked #3683 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3127 for boys in 2012.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,479 | 31 | 16.1 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | #3,548 | 31 | 16.3 |
| 2017 | #3,206 | 36 | 19.4 |
| 2018 | #4,023 | 26 | 14.3 |
| 2019 | #3,213 | 36 | 20.1 |
| 2020 | #3,669 | 29 | 16.8 |
| 2021 | #4,974 | 19 | 10.9 |
| 2022 | #4,335 | 24 | 13.7 |
| 2023 | #4,492 | 23 | 13.4 |
| 2024 | #4,446 | 23 | 13.3 |
| 2025 | #3,683 | 30 | 17.6 |