Crayton
Pronunciation: [ kr-AYT-uhn ]
Crayton is a boy baby name. Ranked #13,829 in the US, popular nicknames include Cra, Cry, and Craie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Crayton first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 475 babies have been named Crayton in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Crayton is past its peak , currently ranked #13,829 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,829
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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About the Name Crayton
Crayton is a boy name .
Crayton is currently ranked #13,829 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Crayton include Cra, Cry, Craie, and Crayie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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