Raytheon is an uncommon yet distinctive given name of American origin. It gained prominence through its association with the defense contracting company, Raytheon Technologies. While the name's meaning is not explicitly defined, it is believed to have been created by the company's founder, Laurence M. Dickerson, who combined elements from various sources such as 'Ray' (from his friend's last name) and '-theon' (from Greek gods like Zeus or Apollo). This creates a unique moniker that signifies strength, innovation, and progress in the realm of aerospace and defense technology.
"Interestingly, the name Raytheon was only given to five children in 1989, with no other recorded births under this name since then."