How common is the Drayton surname?

There are approximately 5,000 people with the surname Drayton in the United States.

Are there Drayton soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 149 soldiers with the Drayton surname appear in Civil War records.

Drayton

Q: What does the surname Drayton mean?

The surname Drayton means "From a place name meaning a settlement by a portage or drag way.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

From a place name meaning a settlement by a portage or drag way.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'drægth' (portage or drag) and 'tun' (settlement or town). The name originated from several places in England named Drayton.

About the Drayton Surname

A surname derived from English place names, particularly those in the Midlands. The name reflects medieval settlement patterns and geographical features.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 5,000 bearers in the United States #1,656 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and English-speaking countries, with historical concentration in the Midlands and southern England.

Drayton Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Drayton Surname

Percival Drayton

Captain, U.S.N.

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval period
Estimated Bearers: 5,000

War Records

149 soldiers with the Drayton surname found in Civil War records.

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