Drayton
boy name#2604 in 2025Drayton entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1863 in 2012, ranks #2604 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#2604
rank today
#1863
peak (2012)
50
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3129 |
| 1920s | #3251 |
| 1930s | #3123 |
| 1940s | #3043 |
| 1950s | #3241 |
| 1960s | #3461 |
| 1970s | #3843 |
| 1980s | #4500 |
| 1990s | #2487 |
| 2000s | #2148 |
| 2010s | #2723 |
| 2020s | #3266 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Drayton has been most popular in SC, TX, MI.
Living bearers
About 1,800 people named Drayton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Drayton alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Drayton in 2025?
- Drayton ranks #2604 among US boy names in 2025, with 50 babies given the name.
- When was the name Drayton most popular?
- Drayton peaked in 2012, reaching #1863 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Drayton with classmates?
- Drayton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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