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Shaw vs Drayson

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shaw or Drayson more popular?

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

What do Shaw and Drayson mean?

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

Are Shaw and Drayson boy or girl names?

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

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