Graysen
Graysen is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of the bailiff, reeve, or gray-haired person.
Origin and history
Graysen is a modern English name derived from the surname Grayson, meaning 'son of the bailiff' or 'son of the gray-haired one'. It has gained popularity in the United States in recent decades as part of the trend toward using surnames ending in '-en' or '-on' as given names. It offers a contemporary, stylish alternative to traditional English masculine names.
Popularity in the United States
4,384 babies in the United States have been named Graysen since 1880. It ranks #1876 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #990.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10.5 %)
- CA (7.8 %)
- FL (5.8 %)
- OH (5.8 %)
- MI (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 90 |
| 2000-2010 | 520 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,579 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,190 |
Nicknames
Gray, Grays
Fun facts
- Graysen is an alternative spelling of Grayson, replacing the traditional '-on' ending with '-en'.
- The name has seen steady growth in the U.S. during the 21st century as parents favor surname-inspired given names.