Drayden is a compelling choice for a first name, derived from Old English elements 'drægen' meaning dragon and '-dun', denoting hill or valley. This unique moniker thus translates to 'Dragon Hill', evoking images of ancient landscapes and mythical creatures.
The name Drayden saw a significant rise in popularity between 1999 and 2012, peaking at 168 births in 2012. However, since then there has been a steady decline, with only 68 births recorded in 2023. Overall, the name Drayden has been given to 2071 babies over these years.