Find out how popular the last name Drayden is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Drayden.

Drayden, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Drayden surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Drayden in America

Drayden is the 93125th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Drayden surname appeared 197 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Drayden.

We can also compare 2010 data for Drayden to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Drayden

The surname Drayden has its origins in England, with records dating back to the late 12th century. It is believed to be derived from the Old English words "draeg" meaning to draw and "den" meaning a valley or woodland clearing, suggesting the name referred to someone who lived in a secluded valley or clearing.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the Pipe Rolls of Yorkshire from 1190, where a Willelmus de Draydene is mentioned. The Pipe Rolls were financial records maintained by the English Exchequer, providing valuable insights into the names and locations of individuals during that period.

In the 13th century, the name appeared in various forms such as Draydene, Draiden, and Drayden, reflecting the regional variations in spelling and pronunciation. During this time, the name was concentrated primarily in the northern counties of Yorkshire and Lancashire.

The Drayden surname is also associated with several place names in England, such as Drayden in Northamptonshire and Drayden Nook in Yorkshire. These place names likely had an influence on the development and spread of the surname.

Notable individuals with the surname Drayden include Sir John Drayden (1567-1649), an English politician who served as a Member of Parliament for Northamptonshire during the reign of King Charles I. Another prominent figure was Sir Henry Drayden (1590-1668), a renowned lawyer and judge who served as a Serjeant-at-Law and Chief Justice of the Common Pleas.

In the literary world, Samuel Drayden (1608-1688) was an English poet and playwright best known for his satirical works and translations of classical literature. His most famous work is the tragedy "Amphitryon," which was performed at the Duke's Theatre in 1690.

During the 18th century, the Drayden family established itself as a prominent landowning family in Yorkshire. One noteworthy member was Thomas Drayden (1721-1798), a wealthy landowner and philanthropist who donated generously to various charitable causes in the region.

Another notable figure was William Drayden (1765-1828), a British naval officer who distinguished himself in several battles during the Napoleonic Wars. He rose through the ranks to become a Rear Admiral and was awarded several honors for his service.

These are just a few examples of the rich history and notable individuals associated with the surname Drayden, which has its roots firmly planted in the English countryside and has left an indelible mark on various aspects of society throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Drayden

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Drayden.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Drayden was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Drayden has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Drayden was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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