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Dawson vs Grayson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grayson

Boy #48 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"From the English surname 'son of the grieve (estate overseer)' or 'son of Gray'; a surname used as a modern first name"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#48
Total SSA Count
6,211
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Dawson Rank #139
Grayson Rank #48

Grayson is more popular, ranked #48 vs #139 for Dawson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dawson or Grayson more popular?

Grayson is more popular, ranked #48 compared to Dawson at #139 in the United States.

What do Dawson and Grayson mean?

Dawson means "son of David" (English origin). Grayson means "From the English surname 'son of the grieve (estate overseer)' or 'son of Gray'; a surname used as a modern first name" (English origin).

Are Dawson and Grayson boy or girl names?

Dawson is primarily a boy name. Grayson is primarily a boy name.

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