Clayton
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Settlement on clay land
Origin: Old English
Popularity: Ranked #300 in 2025 with 1,130 babies born.
History: Clayton is an English place name and surname derived from 'claeg' (clay) and 'tun' (settlement). It has been used as a given name in the United States since the 19th century, particularly in the South and Midwest.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Clayton? About 1 in 2,946 babies born in 2025 were named Clayton, or roughly 3.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Clayton
What does the name Clayton mean?
Clayton means “Settlement on clay land” from Old English roots.
What is the origin of the name Clayton?
Clayton has Old English origin. The traditional meaning is “Settlement on clay land”.
How popular is Clayton?
Clayton ranked #300 in 2025 — given to 1,130 babies that year.
When was Clayton most popular?
Clayton peaked in 2000 with 2,564 babies registered that year.
Is Clayton a boy or girl name?
Clayton is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Claytons in registered births are male.
Is the name Clayton rising or falling in popularity?
Clayton has risen 15009 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #15309 in 2020 to #300 in 2025.
How long has Clayton been recorded?
Clayton appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.