Drayden Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Drayden is an English name derived from the Old English word for 'dragon' or 'to drag'. The name has evolved through different historical forms, illustrating a path from Old English to modern usage. It carries traits of uniqueness and creativity, with no specific biblical relevance.
The name Drayden is most popular in Indiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Drayden has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Drayden' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1885th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1799th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Drayden' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Drayden"
Pronunciation
/ˈdreɪdən/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Drayden is believed to be derived from the Old English personal name 'Drægh', which means 'dragon' or 'to drag'. It may also have connections to the surname 'Dray', which refers to a cart or a draught animal.
Meaning
dragon, to drag
Language Evolution
Old English: Drægh, Middle English: Dray, Modern English: Drayden
Historical Usage
Drayden emerged as a given name in the late 20th century, gaining popularity in English-speaking countries as a modern and unique name.
Variants & Derivatives
Dray, Drey, Draiden
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Drayden is viewed as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Drayden"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Drayden"
"Drayden" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1885th of 24088 | 1,081 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1799th of 23106 | 1,048 |
Regional Popularity of "Drayden" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
30.75% 1409th/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
22.41% 1639th/7313 |
31.93% 2383rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
38.73% 1543rd/3984 |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
26.02% 1775th/6822 |
36.95% 2319th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Drayden" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Drayden"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Drayden" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.