Gray-haired or son of the gray-haired one
Grayden is an English surname-turned-given-name, likely derived from the Old English word 'graeg' meaning gray. It often refers to a person with gray hair or a dweller near a gray valley or hill. As a modern invention, it follows the popular '-den' suffix trend while maintaining a more grounded, traditional feel.
About 48 boys were named Grayden in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Canadian-American journalist and former editor of Vanity Fair
A character in the fantasy series The Kingkiller Chronicle · The Kingkiller Chronicle
The same feel as Grayden — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
