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Clay vs Raiden

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
Raiden Rank #449

Raiden is more popular, ranked #449 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clay or Raiden more popular?

Raiden is more popular, ranked #449 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Clay and Raiden mean?

Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin). Raiden means "thunder and lightning" (Japanese origin).

Are Clay and Raiden boy or girl names?

Clay is primarily a boy name. Raiden is primarily a boy name.

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