Graison
An English masculine name derived from the surname Gray and the suffix -son.
Name Census estimates that about 453 living Americans carry the first name Graison. It is a predominantly male name (92.1% of registrations). The average person named Graison today is around 13 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Graison births was 2010 (40 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Graison. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
453
~ 1 in 756,632 Americans
Peak year
2010
40 babies that year
Average age
13
years old
2024 SSA rank
#6,958
Tracked since 1998
Gender
Gender distribution for Graison
Graison leans heavily male at 92.1% of total registrations, but 36 girls have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Graison as a male name
- Ranked #6,958 in 2024
- 12 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2010 (32 births)
Graison as a female name
- Ranked #12,705 in 2010
- 8 female births in 2010
- Peak: 2010 (8 births)
Popularity
Graison: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Graison from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 254 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Graison remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Graison by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Graison during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Graisons live
Origin
Meaning and history of Graison
The name Graison is of English origin, derived from the Old English word "græs," meaning "grass." It is believed to have been used as a surname initially, referring to someone who lived near or worked with grass or grassy areas. The earliest recorded use of the name Graison dates back to the 13th century in England.
In the late 16th century, the name gained popularity as a given name, particularly among the English gentry and nobility. One of the earliest known bearers of the name Graison was Sir Graison Wycliffe, a prominent landowner and politician who lived from 1543 to 1611. He served as a Member of Parliament during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I.
Another notable figure bearing the name Graison was Graison Talbot, an English explorer who embarked on several expeditions to the Americas in the early 17th century. He is credited with establishing the first English settlement in what is now the state of Virginia in 1607.
In the 18th century, Graison Fielding, a renowned author and playwright, gained fame for his satirical works and social commentaries. He was born in 1707 and passed away in 1754. His most famous work, "The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling," is considered a classic of English literature.
During the 19th century, Graison Browning, an influential poet and playwright, made significant contributions to the literary world. Born in 1812, he is best known for his dramatic works, including the renowned play "The Blot on the 'Scutcheon," which explored themes of family honor and moral dilemmas.
In more recent times, Graison Delaney, a celebrated British actor, has brought the name into the spotlight. Born in 1945, he has appeared in numerous films and television shows, earning critical acclaim for his performances in roles ranging from historical figures to contemporary characters.
While the name Graison has its roots in Old English and has been used throughout history, it remains a relatively uncommon name in modern times. However, its unique and distinctive sound, combined with its historical significance, has led to a resurgence in its popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking names with a strong cultural heritage.
People
Graison + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Graison as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with G
Other first names starting with G with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Graison: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Graison?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 453 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Graison going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 756,632 US residents.
Is Graison a common name?
We classify Graison as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 457 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Graison most popular?
The single biggest year for Graison was 2010, when 40 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Graison is about 13 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Graison a male name?
Yes, 92.1% of people registered as Graison in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.