Declining since 2009, #2,676 for boys today.
Popularity of Grayden since 1918
Babies named Grayden per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 87 |
| 2000s | 705 |
| 2010s | 1,031 |
| 2020s | 329 |
Meaning & origin
Grayden is a modern-sounding name that has maintained a steady presence in the U.S. baby name charts since its first recorded use in 1918. It reached its peak popularity in 2008, ranking among the top 2,500 names for boys. Since 2009, its usage has been gradually declining, but it remains a recognizable choice. With a 1-in-35,585 rate in the latest year, Grayden is relatively uncommon, appealing to parents seeking a name that feels familiar yet distinctive. Its top states for usage include several in the Midwest and South, though no single state dominates. The name's similarity to more popular variants like Grayson and Graydon gives it flexibility in spelling while keeping its core sound intact.
Grayden is a variant of the English surname Grayson, derived from the Middle English "grayve" (steward) or possibly from a place name meaning "gray hill." It may also be a modern coinage blending Gray with the -den suffix, loosely meaning "son of Gray." The name has seen some use as a first name since the early 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gray, Grady
Sibling names for Grayden
Names that share Grayden's style, for a brother or sister.
