UK boy's name
Raydon
A masculine name derived from the English words "ray" and "don", possibly signifying a radiant or illustrious leader.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2017. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Raydon is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Raydon popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2017 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3996, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 4 births.
This profile covers 14 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2004 to 2017. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 14 living people in the UK are called Raydon. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2018 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Raydon ranked #3996 for boys in England and Wales in 2017, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2014, when 4 boys were registered as Raydon.
- • About 14 living people in the UK are estimated to have Raydon as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3996
2017
Births in 2017
4
Latest year
Peak year
2014
4 births
Estimated living
14
2026
Meaning
What does Raydon mean?
The name Raydon originates from the Old English language, with its roots dating back to the 5th century CE. It is derived from the combination of two words: "raed," meaning counsel or advice, and "don," which signifies a hill or mound. This suggests that the name may have been associated with a place where important gatherings or councils were held, potentially on a hilltop or elevated location.
In the early medieval period, the name Raydon was prevalent in the regions of what is now known as southern England and parts of East Anglia. It was commonly used among the Anglo-Saxon communities, reflecting their cultural and linguistic heritage.
While there are no definitive records of the name appearing in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it has been documented in various historical records dating back to the 9th century CE. One of the earliest recorded instances is found in the Domesday Book, a comprehensive survey of England commissioned by William the Conqueror in 1086.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Raydon. One such figure was Raydon of Mercia (c. 865-927), a prominent nobleman and landowner who played a significant role in the defense of the Kingdom of Mercia against Viking invasions. Another was Raydon the Scribe (c. 1010-1078), a renowned calligrapher and illuminator of manuscripts in the early Norman period.
In the 13th century, Raydon de Montfort (c. 1220-1285) was a respected knight and military commander who fought alongside Simon de Montfort during the Second Barons' War against King Henry III. During the Renaissance period, Raydon Marlowe (1564-1593) was a celebrated English playwright and poet, best known for his works such as "The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus" and "The Jew of Malta."
Another notable figure was Raydon Cromwell (1599-1658), a prominent military leader and statesman who played a crucial role in the English Civil War and served as Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England, Scotland, and Ireland from 1653 until his death.
While the name Raydon has maintained a presence throughout history, its popularity has ebbed and flowed over the centuries. It remains a unique and distinctive name with a rich historical lineage, reflecting the cultural and linguistic heritage of the Anglo-Saxon era.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Raydon over time
The chart below shows babies named Raydon registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2017. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Raydon, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2017, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Raydon by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Raydon was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4179 | 11 | 3 |
| 2000s | #3651 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Raydon: questions and answers
How popular is the name Raydon in the UK right now?
In 2017, Raydon was ranked #3996 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Raydon most popular?
The peak year on record was 2014, with 4 babies registered as Raydon in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Raydon?
A masculine name derived from the English words "ray" and "don", possibly signifying a radiant or illustrious leader.
How many people are called Raydon in the UK?
A total of 14 babies have been registered as Raydon across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.