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Cassius vs Clay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clay

Boy #544 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"clay settlement, clay worker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#544
Total SSA Count
545
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Cassius Rank #568
Clay Rank #544

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 vs #568 for Cassius.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cassius or Clay more popular?

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 compared to Cassius at #568 in the United States.

What do Cassius and Clay mean?

Cassius means "hollow, empty" (Latin origin). Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin).

Are Cassius and Clay boy or girl names?

Cassius is primarily a boy name. Clay is primarily a boy name.

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