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Clay vs Riggs

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
Riggs Rank #669

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 vs #669 for Riggs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clay or Riggs more popular?

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 compared to Riggs at #669 in the United States.

What do Clay and Riggs mean?

Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin). Riggs means "dweller by the ridge" (Old English hrycg origin).

Are Clay and Riggs boy or girl names?

Clay is primarily a boy name. Riggs is primarily a boy name.

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