Drayton

Drayton is a toponym and surname used in English-speaking regions. As a place name, it designates several settlements in the United Kingdom, and it has been adopted by communities in Canada and the United States. As a surname, it has been borne by individuals and families in Britain, Ireland, and North America.

Origin and meaning: The name is of Old English origin, formed from elements meaning a farm or settlement associated with a dray, or cart, reflecting a historical role in transport and trade.

Notable places: Drayton Hall, an 18th‑century plantation house near Charleston, South Carolina, now a National Historic Landmark. Drayton, Ontario, a village in Perth County. Drayton, North Dakota, a small city in Traill County.

Other uses: Drayton is used as a surname, and appears in historical records for several families in North America.