Possibly a modern variation of Drayton or Dryden
Dreden is a contemporary American name likely created as a phonetic blend or a variation of established surnames like Dryden or Drayton. It follows the popular trend of two-syllable names ending in -en, similar to Braden or Jaden. Because it is a modern invention, it lacks a singular historical etymology.
Less common today
Dreden isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,911 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).