Greyson

Greyson is primarily used as a masculine given name. It is of English origin, and is considered a modern invented name. The name is derived from the surname Grayson, which itself is of English and Scottish origin.

The surname Grayson originates from the medieval personal name "Greeve" or "Grevson," meaning "son of the reeve" or "son of the bailiff." A reeve was a local official or steward. The suffix "-son" is a patronymic suffix indicating "son of."

The use of Greyson as a first name gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. It is often seen as a stylish and contemporary alternative to more traditional names. While the name is predominantly masculine, it has seen occasional use as a feminine given name as well, albeit much less frequently.

Due to its relatively recent emergence as a given name, Greyson does not have a long or complex history beyond its etymological connection to the surname Grayson. Its popularity is likely influenced by a general trend towards using surnames as given names.