Graydon
Graydon is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Gray hill or gravelly settlement.
Origin and history
Graydon is an English name derived from a surname and placename meaning gray hill or gravelly hill. It has historically seen steady, moderate use in the United States as a classic yet uncommon masculine choice. Today, it appeals to parents seeking a traditional English name with a modern, tailored sound.
Popularity in the United States
3,509 babies in the United States have been named Graydon since 1880. It ranks #2160 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1761.
States where it is most popular
- NY (29 %)
- CA (22.6 %)
- PA (12.9 %)
- TX (10.6 %)
- MI (8.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 34 |
| 1910-1920 | 226 |
| 1920-1930 | 364 |
| 1930-1940 | 277 |
| 1940-1950 | 227 |
| 1950-1960 | 203 |
| 1960-1970 | 150 |
| 1970-1980 | 111 |
| 1980-1990 | 145 |
| 1990-2000 | 263 |
| 2000-2010 | 609 |
| 2010-2019 | 729 |
| 2020-2029 | 166 |
Famous people named Graydon
- Graydon Carter: Editor, Journalist
- Graydon Creed: Fictional Character
Nicknames
Gray, Graden, Grady
Fun facts
- The name originally denoted someone who lived near a gray hill or a gravelly elevation in England.
- Like many modern male names, Graydon transitioned from a English family name into a given name.