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Drayson vs Shaw

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shaw

Boy #4,307 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"thicket, small wood"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,307
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Drayson Rank #4,425
Shaw Rank #4,307

Shaw is more popular, ranked #4307 vs #4425 for Drayson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drayson or Shaw more popular?

Shaw is more popular, ranked #4307 compared to Drayson at #4425 in the United States.

What do Drayson and Shaw mean?

Drayson means "strong worker's son" (Old English origin). Shaw means "thicket, small wood" (Old English origin).

Are Drayson and Shaw boy or girl names?

Drayson is primarily a boy name. Shaw is primarily a boy name.

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