Graeson
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Graeson
Graeson is a modern masculine name that emerged as a variation of Grayson, which originated as an English surname meaning 'son of the steward' or 'son of Gregory.' The alternative spelling with 'ae' instead of 'ay' gives the name a distinctive look while maintaining the same pronunciation. The name has risen in popularity during the early 21st century as part of the trend toward using surnames as first names. Graeson projects a contemporary yet strong image with its combination of traditional roots and modern styling. The name offers the friendly nickname 'Grae' and appeals to parents seeking a name that feels both current and substantial without being overly common.
Graeson is also given to girls.
Pronounced GRAY-sun.
As of October 2026, Graeson ranked #16342 for girls in US births in 2002 and #7853 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #15231 for girls in 1999 and #2451 for boys in 2011.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,679 | 45 | 23.4 |
| 2015 | #2,620 | 47 | 24.5 |
| 2016 | #2,699 | 45 | 23.7 |
| 2017 | #2,730 | 45 | 24.3 |
| 2018 | #3,192 | 36 | 19.8 |
| 2019 | #3,285 | 35 | 19.5 |
| 2020 | #3,602 | 30 | 17.4 |
| 2021 | #3,677 | 30 | 17.1 |
| 2022 | #2,840 | 45 | 25.8 |
| 2023 | #4,145 | 26 | 15.2 |
| 2024 | #4,339 | 24 | 13.9 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |