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Wave vs Drayton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Drayton

Boy #3,339 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"farm by the dragging place"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,339
Total SSA Count
35
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Wave Rank #3,245
Drayton Rank #3,339

Wave is more popular, ranked #3245 vs #3339 for Drayton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wave or Drayton more popular?

Wave is more popular, ranked #3245 compared to Drayton at #3339 in the United States.

What do Wave and Drayton mean?

Wave means "ocean wave, moving water" (English origin). Drayton means "farm by the dragging place" (Old English origin).

Are Wave and Drayton boy or girl names?

Wave is primarily a boy name. Drayton is primarily a boy name.

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