Clay vs Elio

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
Elio Rank #508

Elio is more popular, ranked #508 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clay or Elio more popular?

Elio is more popular, ranked #508 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Clay and Elio mean?

Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin). Elio means "sun" (Greek origin).

Are Clay and Elio boy or girl names?

Clay is primarily a boy name. Elio is primarily a boy name.

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