Clay vs Eliam

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
Eliam Rank #382

Eliam is more popular, ranked #382 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clay or Eliam more popular?

Eliam is more popular, ranked #382 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Clay and Eliam mean?

Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin). Eliam means "God of the people" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clay and Eliam boy or girl names?

Clay is primarily a boy name. Eliam is primarily a boy name.

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