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Clay vs Kolson

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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Popularity Comparison

Clay Rank #544
Kolson Rank #801

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 vs #801 for Kolson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clay or Kolson more popular?

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 compared to Kolson at #801 in the United States.

What do Clay and Kolson mean?

Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin). Kolson means "son of Cole" (English origin).

Are Clay and Kolson boy or girl names?

Clay is primarily a boy name. Kolson is primarily a boy name.

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