Grason

“gray-haired”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#11341US 2022

6Births / yr

↓Falling

366All-time births

📅 Since 199200

How to pronounce Grason

GRAH·AHN

/ˈɡrɑ.ˈɑn/ · stress on GRAH · 2 syllables

“gray-haired”

American origin · Boy name

What does Grason mean and where does it come from?

Grason is a modern variant of the traditional name 'Grayson', which is of English origin and means 'son of the gray-haired one'. It has gained popularity in recent years as a first name for boys. The name resonates with contemporary trends favoring surnames as first names, particularly in American n

Cultural significance

Grason has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of gray-haired.

Peak popularity

Reached #3764 in 2006 — currently #11341 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Grason?

Grason works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Grason Grace

How popular is Grason right now?

Falling — down 1260 spots — currently #11341 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2022#11341 · Top 8.4%

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2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#11341	6	▼ down 1260 · -14% births
2021	#10081	7	▼ down 1788 · -22% births
2020	#8293	9	▼ down 2648 · -44% births
2015	#5645	16	▼ down 1682 · -38% births
2010	#3963	26	▲ up 209 · +18% births
2005	#4172	22	▲ up 3086 · +144% births
2000	#7258	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Grason

Best Year2010Rank #3963

Peak Count26

Average Rank#7250

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2000 - 20227 years

The story of Grason

Grason is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1992. With 366 total births recorded, Grason remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #7258 in 2000, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11341 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Grason in 2006:

Jacob Michael Joshua Ethan Matthew

Grason by decade

Grason peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	35
2000s	141
2010s ★	181
2020s	9

💎Grason has only 366 total recorded births since 1992 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Grason?

Common

GraGrasGrasieGrasyAson

What names sound and feel like Grason?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Grason also consider these

Grayson

USA · English

Graeson

American · Derived from the

Graison

American · grace

Brason

American · son of Brice

Trason

American · son of the

Mason

American · (English: "stone worker")

Greyson

American · son of the

Jason

American · Healer

Common questions about the name Grason

What does the name Grason mean?

Grason means "gray-haired" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Grason?

Grason is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Grason?

Grason originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Grason?

Grason is a two-syllable name pronounced G R AA1 AA1 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Grason a common or rare name?

Grason is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.