CLAYTON
The meaning of the unisex name Clayton is MORTAL: PLACE-NAME AND SURNAME DERIVED FROM CLAY..
Details on CLAYTON:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Mortal: place-name and surname derived from clay
- Popularity for Boy:
- 609th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 20,462nd in the USA (bottom 15%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
1,081 births
CLAYTON as a BOY in 2024
8 births
CLAYTON as a GIRL in 2023
The meaning(s) of CLAYTON:
The name Clayton is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Clayton is: Derived from a surname and place name, based on the Old English 'claeg' meaning clay and 'tun' meaning settlement. Also, mortal.
The name Clayton is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Clayton is: Derived from a surname and place name, based on the Old English 'claeg' meaning clay and 'tun' meaning settlement. Also, mortal.
The name Clayton is a Teutonic baby name. In Teutonic the meaning of the name Clayton is: From the town on the clay bed.
USA SSA birth(s) for CLAYTON:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name CLAYTON
CLAYTON as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1081 births |
| 2023 | 1067 births |
| 2022 | 1199 births |
| 2021 | 1236 births |
| 2020 | 1172 births |
| 2019 | 1308 births |
| 2018 | 1451 births |
| 2017 | 1482 births |
| 2016 | 1370 births |
| 2015 | 1474 births |
| 2014 | 1356 births |
| 2013 | 1383 births |
| 2012 | 1365 births |
| 2011 | 1343 births |
| 2010 | 1360 births |
| 2009 | 1261 births |
CLAYTON as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 births |
| 2021 | 5 births |
| 2020 | 5 births |
| 2019 | 8 births |
| 2017 | 5 births |
| 2016 | 6 births |
| 2012 | 8 births |
| 2011 | 7 births |
| 2010 | 5 births |
| 2009 | 7 births |
| 2008 | 8 births |
| 2006 | 5 births |
| 2004 | 14 births |
| 2003 | 6 births |
| 2001 | 10 births |
| 2000 | 13 births |
About the name CLAYTON
**Clayton**: A name rich in character and history, Clayton finds its roots in Old English, deriving from the words *claeg*, meaning "clay," and *tun*, meaning "settlement" or "enclosure." This charming name evokes images of fertile lands and sturdy foundations, suggesting a deep connection to the earth and creativity, much like the malleable clay that shapes art and life. Symbolically, Clayton represents resilience and adaptability, qualities that resonate across various cultures and generations. In the United States and the United Kingdom, it has gained popularity as a versatile name, often associated with warmth and a welcoming spirit. From the rolling hills of England to the bustling suburbs of America, Clayton embodies a sense of rootedness while embracing the potential for growth and transformation. As a choice for your baby, it carries an inviting charm, promising a life grounded in strength and creativity, inviting a journey filled with exploration and connection.
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