Son of Dray; or dear son
Drayson is a modern English surname-turned-given name. It most likely originated as a patronymic meaning 'son of Dray,' with Dray being an Old English occupational name for someone who lived near a portage or a sled. Alternatively, it is sometimes interpreted as a blend of the name Drake and the suffix -son.
About 30 boys were named Drayson in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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