How Many People Are Named Grayson?

Complete statistics for the name Grayson: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Grayson
Rare
Old English

Grayson means 'son of the steward' and has a rare charm, with only 1 in 2,638 Americans bearing this name. That's around 125,116 people today, making it quite exclusive. The name peaked in popularity in 2016, showing its status as a modern choice.

~16,326
Living in US
1 in 20,302
Americans
2016
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Son of the steward
🌐
Origin
Old English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Dependable Ambitious Creative
9
Life Path Number

Life path number 9 symbolizes compassion, empathy, and humanitarianism.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

125,523
Worldwide Bearers
#53,854
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
125,116
🇧🇷 Brazil
81
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
71
🇳🇿 New Zealand
54
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wales
43
🇹🇭 Thailand
24
🇲🇾 Malaysia
18
🇮🇳 India
16
🇨🇳 China
14
🇰🇪 Kenya
10

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
121,018 (97%)
♀ Female
4,097 (3%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 12
121,353
Would be under 30 (95%)
4,594
Would be 30–60 (4%)
1,331
Would be over 60 (1%)

All 127,278 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2016

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
99
Classic Feel
30
Modern Appeal
90
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Grayson Through the Generations

Grayson has seen a surge in popularity over recent years, reflecting its status as a contemporary name. With 125,116 people named Grayson currently living in the United States, it's clear that the name has gained traction among parents looking for something unique. The majority of those named Grayson are under 30, indicating that it's a name favored by younger generations. In 2016, the name reached its peak with 8,849 births, showcasing its rising trend.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 11,810
California 7,974
North Carolina 6,663
Florida 6,158
Ohio 5,627
Georgia 5,411
Virginia 4,585
New York 4,414
Pennsylvania 4,401
Tennessee 4,319

⭐ Famous People Named Grayson

Grayson is primarily a masculine given name. Notable people with the name include:…

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✨ Similar Names to Grayson

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Grayson's Old English roots

📄 About the Name Grayson

How Many People Have the Name Grayson?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 16,326 people in the United States currently share the name Grayson. That works out to roughly 1 in every 20,302 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Grayson a Common or Rare Name?

Grayson is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Grayson Mean?

Grayson means "son of the steward" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Grayson in SSA data, approximately 97% are male and 3% are female.

When Was Grayson Most Popular?

The name Grayson reached peak popularity in 2016, with 8,849 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Grayson?

Approximately 16,326 people named Grayson live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 16,326. That works out to roughly 1 in 20,302 Americans.

Is Grayson a rare name?

Grayson is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 20,302 Americans has this name.

What does the name Grayson mean?

Grayson means "son of the steward" and comes from Old English origins.

Is Grayson more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 97% of people named Grayson are male and 3% are female.

When was Grayson most popular?

Grayson peaked in 2016 with 8,849 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US16,326
All-Time Births16,326
1 in X1 in 20,302
RarityRare
GenderMale
Avg Age12
Peak Year2016
World Rank#53,854
Male %97%
Female %3%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.