Boy
Graydon
gray hill
About Graydon
Distinguished yet approachable, Graydon strikes that enviable balance between traditional and contemporary naming. The name possesses an inherent maturity that suggests capability and trustworthiness—qualities that serve well in every life stage. Its two-syllable construction provides substance without being cumbersome, offering the perfect weight for a first name.
The sophisticated sound profile makes it equally appropriate in casual and formal settings, from family gatherings to future job interviews. There's a certain timelessness to Graydon that protects it from feeling dated as trends come and go.
It carries just enough uniqueness to ensure your son won't share his name with multiple classmates, yet it's familiar enough that people won't struggle with pronunciation or spelling. The name works beautifully with virtually any middle name or surname, demonstrating remarkable versatility.
Parents who select Graydon often value classic sensibilities with a modern twist, seeking names that honor tradition while embracing contemporary style and individual expression.
Popularity of the Name Graydon
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Canada | |
|---|---|---|
| 1905 | #763 | |
| 1991 | #826 | |
| 1994 | #885 | |
| 1995 | #878 | |
| 1996 | #638 | |
| 1997 | #726 | |
| 1998 | #681 | |
| 1999 | #607 | |
| 2000 | #843 | |
| 2001 | #634 | |
| 2002 | #752 | |
| 2003 | #810 | |
| 2004 | #555 | |
| 2005 | #791 | |
| 2006 | #536 | |
| 2007 | #644 | |
| 2008 | #486 | |
| 2009 | #447 | |
| 2010 | #461 | |
| 2012 | #729 | |
| 2013 | #894 |
Top names by country: United States · Canada
Variations of Name Graydon
Names Similar to Graydon
Nicknames for Graydon
- Gray
- Don
- Grayd
- Graydy
- Donny
Famous People Named Graydon
| Graydon Oliver | American diver |
| Graydon Creed | Canadian football player |
| Graydon Gordian | American politician |
| Graydon Hall | Canadian architect |
| Graydon Royce | American journalist |
| Graydon Smith | Canadian politician |
| Graydon Karden | American musician |
| Graydon Hoare | Canadian computer scientist |
| Graydon Parrish | American painter |
| Graydon Carter | Canadian hockey player |
| Graydon Megan | American journalist |
| Graydon Brown | Australian politician |
| Graydon Pelley | Canadian author |
| Graydon Sealy | Barbadian cricketer |
| Graydon Haddock | American animator |
| Graydon Yosowitz | American actor |
Characters Named Graydon
| Graydon Creed Jr. | Character from Marvel Comics |
| Graydon Ashworth | Character from the novel "Dead Scared" by Sharon Bolton |
| Graydon Donnelly | Character from the movie "The Age of Adaline" |
| Graydon Freeman | Character from the TV show "The West Wing" |
| Graydon Sinclair | Character from the video game "Bioshock 2" |
| Graydon Gordian | Character from the novel "Mistborn - The Final Empire" by Brandon Sanderson |
| Graydon Creed | Character from Marvel Comics |
| Graydon Parrish | Character from the novel "The Children of Men" by P.D. James |
| Graydon Smith | Character from the TV show "Degrassi - The Next Generation" |
| Graydon Vay | Character from the TV show "Star Wars Rebels" |
| Graydon "Gray" Forrester | Character from the TV show "The 100" |
| Graydon Orlock | Character from the TV show "The Blacklist" |
| Graydon "Gray" Barker | Character from the TV show "Legacies" |
| Graydon "Gray" McConnell | Character from the TV show "Private Eyes" |
| Graydon "Gray" Evans | Character from the book series "The Hardy Boys" |
| Graydon "Gray" Cale | Character from the TV show "House of Anubis" |
| Graydon "Gray" Jensen | Character from the book series "Pretty Little Liars" |
| Graydon "Gray" Gladwell | Character from the TV show "Heartland" |
| Graydon "Gray" Grand | Character from the TV show "The Society" |
| Graydon "Gray" Atkins | Character from the TV show "The InBESTigators" |
| Graydon "Gray" Hauser | Character from the TV show "Motive" |