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Gray vs Mayson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gray

Boy #1,342 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the color gray"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,342
Total SSA Count
142
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gray Rank #1,342
Mayson Rank #1,331

Mayson is more popular, ranked #1331 vs #1342 for Gray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gray or Mayson more popular?

Mayson is more popular, ranked #1331 compared to Gray at #1342 in the United States.

What do Gray and Mayson mean?

Gray means "the color gray" (Old English origin). Mayson means "stone worker" (Old French via English origin).

Are Gray and Mayson boy or girl names?

Gray is primarily a boy name. Mayson is primarily a boy name.

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