Clay vs Amos

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

Popularity Comparison

Clay Rank #544
Amos Rank #699

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 vs #699 for Amos.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clay or Amos more popular?

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 compared to Amos at #699 in the United States.

What do Clay and Amos mean?

Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin). Amos means "carried by God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clay and Amos boy or girl names?

Clay is primarily a boy name. Amos is primarily a boy name.

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