Clay vs Chance

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

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Popularity Comparison

Clay Rank #544
Chance Rank #419

Chance is more popular, ranked #419 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clay or Chance more popular?

Chance is more popular, ranked #419 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Clay and Chance mean?

Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin). Chance means "good fortune, luck" (Old French origin).

Are Clay and Chance boy or girl names?

Clay is primarily a boy name. Chance is primarily a boy name.

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