| Meaning | town of dragas, dry town |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Dray-ton |
About Drayton
Derived from Old English roots, the name Drayton carries a unique and mythical charm. Meaning "town of the dragons" or "dragon's settlement," it combines the intriguing elements of "drake" (dragon) and "tun" (town), infusing the name with a sense of strength and mystery. With its history steeped in legend and its phonetic appeal, Drayton makes an excellent choice for parents seeking an unconventional yet meaningful name for their baby boy.
The name's variations, such as Draydon and Draeton, offer slight twists while maintaining the name's distinct aura. Sharing similarities with names like Clayton and Grayson, Drayton stands out as a distinguished choice. Common nicknames like Drake and Tonny provide a playful and endearing touch to the name.
Whether drawn from real-life figures in business, sports, arts, or literature, or fictional characters in various mediums, the name Drayton has left its mark. Its intriguing presence evokes curiosity and strength, making it a wonderful option for parents who desire a name with depth and character for their precious baby boy.
Nicknames for Drayton
| Dray |
| Ton |
| DT |
| Drayt |
Famous People Named Drayton
| Drayton McLane Jr. | American businessman |
| Drayton Florence | American football player |
| Drayton Nabers Jr. | American attorney and judge |
| Drayton McLane III | American businessman |
| Drayton Saunders | American actor |
| Drayton Calmes | American musician |
| Drayton Hall | American politician |
| Drayton Ferrell | American artist |
| Drayton Saffer | American journalist |
| Drayton Cull | American author |
| Drayton Nabonne | American soccer player |
| Drayton Joel | Australian actor |
| Drayton Mayers | British physicist |
| Drayton Grant | Canadian actor |
| Drayton Neufeld | Canadian athlete |
| Drayton Hunt | English cricketer |
| Drayton Beauchamp | English poet |
| Drayton Parslow | English footballer |
| Drayton Goode | Jamaican artist |
| Drayton Thomas | Welsh historian |
Characters Named Drayton
| Drayton Blackwood | character in "Sherlock Holmes" stories |
| Drayton Cramer | character in "The Walking Dead" comics |
| Drayton Sawyer | character in "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" series |
| Drayton James | character in "EastEnders" TV series |
| Drayton Bohen | character in "Percy Jackson & The Olympians" series |
| Drayton Keaton | character in "CSI - Crime Scene Investigation" TV series |
| Drayton Macy | character in "Dead of Summer" TV series |
| Drayton Mayes | character in "Days of Our Lives" TV series |
| Drayton Radcliffe | character in "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern |
| Drayton Leclerc | character in "The Dresden Files" series by Jim Butcher |
| Drayton Heirs | character in "The Wheel of Time" series by Robert Jordan |
| Drayton Lyon | character in "The Pagan Stone" by Nora Roberts |
| Drayton Balfor | character in "The Ravenscar Dynasty" series by Barbara Taylor Bradford |
| Drayton Hervaux | character in "The Southern Vampire Mysteries" by Charlaine Harris |
| Drayton Holt | character in "The Hollows" series by Kim Harrison |
| Drayton O'Connor | character in "The Last Werewolf" by Glen Duncan |
| Drayton Pike | character in "The Dark Tower" series by Stephen King |
| Drayton Fitzroy | character in "The Parasol Protectorate" series by Gail Carriger |
| Drayton Avery | character in "The Selection" series by Kiera Cass |
| Drayton Swift | character in "The Mortal Instruments" series by Cassandra Clare |