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Clay vs Conrad

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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Conrad

Boy #470 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bold counsel"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

German English Polish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#470
Total SSA Count
654
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Clay Rank #544
Conrad Rank #470

Conrad is more popular, ranked #470 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clay or Conrad more popular?

Conrad is more popular, ranked #470 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Clay and Conrad mean?

Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin). Conrad means "bold counsel" (Old High German origin).

Are Clay and Conrad boy or girl names?

Clay is primarily a boy name. Conrad is primarily a boy name.

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