Grayson

Grayson is a masculine name of English origin, meaning ‘son of the gray-haired one’ or ‘son of the steward’. It has gained popularity as a first name in recent decades.

Grayson Meaning

Son of the gray-haired one, Son of the steward

Historical Significance

Grayson was traditionally an English surname before becoming popular as a first name in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.

Fun Fact

Grayson entered the top 100 most popular names for boys in the United States for the first time in 2013.

Literature Reference

Grayson is the title of a 2004 novel by Lynne Cox about her encounter with a lost baby gray whale.

Music Reference

Grayson Chance is an American singer-songwriter who gained fame after his 2010 performance of Lady Gaga’s ‘Paparazzi’ went viral on YouTube.

Famous Namesakes

  • Grayson Allen: Professional Basketball Player, known for NBA player for the Milwaukee Bucks
  • Grayson Dolan: Internet Personality, known for YouTube content creator, part of the Dolan Twins

Similar Names

Greyson, Carson, Mason, Jackson, Grayden

Grayson Nicknames

Gray, Sonny, Ray

Grace, Grady, Graham

Sibling Names

Ethan, Liam, Noah, Oliver, Aiden, Sophia, Ava, Isabella, Mia, Charlotte, Amelia, Harper, Evelyn, Abigail, Emily, Scarlett