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Clay vs Rocco

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
Rocco Rank #501

Rocco is more popular, ranked #501 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clay or Rocco more popular?

Rocco is more popular, ranked #501 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Clay and Rocco mean?

Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin). Rocco means "rest, repose" (Germanic origin).

Are Clay and Rocco boy or girl names?

Clay is primarily a boy name. Rocco is primarily a boy name.

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