Town near a portage or drag-way
Derived from the Old English elements 'dræg', meaning a drag, portage, or place where boats are moved, and 'tun', meaning an enclosure or settlement. It originally served as a habitational surname for various locations in England situated near steep slopes or water crossings.
About 50 boys were named Drayton in 2025.
Former owner of the Houston Astros and businessman
Former NFL cornerback
Character from the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise · The Texas Chain Saw Massacre
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
