Draymond first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Draymond has been for the last 9 years (from 2015 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Draymond

A masculine name, possibly of English origin, meaning unknown.

Popularity of Draymond by gender

Based on the last 9 years of data, Draymond is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 9 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Draymond.

Year Male Count Female Count
2023 9 0
2022 6 0
2020 5 0
2019 9 0
2017 12 0
2016 8 0
2015 6 0

The history of the first name Draymond

The name Draymond is a relatively modern name and its origins are not entirely clear. It is believed to be a combination of two English words, "dray" which refers to a low, flat wagon or cart, and "mond" which may be derived from the Old English word "mund" meaning "hand" or "protection."

While the name Draymond does not appear to have any known historical references or mentions in ancient texts or religious scriptures, some speculate that it may have been inspired by the Old English name "Dræmundas" which was composed of the elements "dream" meaning "joy" and "mund" meaning "hand" or "protection."

The earliest recorded use of the name Draymond is believed to be in the late 20th century, though its exact origin is uncertain. It gained some popularity in the United States, particularly in the latter half of the 20th century.

One of the earliest known individuals with the name Draymond is Draymond Green, an American professional basketball player born in 1990. Green is a three-time NBA champion and has played for the Golden State Warriors since 2012.

Another notable figure with the name Draymond is Draymond Sanghera, a Canadian actor and filmmaker born in 1984. He is known for his roles in various television shows and films, including "Rogue" and "The Killing."

In the world of music, Draymond Romero is an American singer and songwriter born in 1976. He is best known for his work with the rock band Buckcherry.

Draymond Dabney is an American football coach and former player who was born in 1974. He played as a defensive back in the National Football League (NFL) for several teams, including the Denver Broncos and the Atlanta Falcons.

Draymond Hawkins is an American basketball coach and former player who was born in 1960. He played for several teams in the NBA, including the Houston Rockets and the Philadelphia 76ers, and later became a coach for various college and professional teams.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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