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Clay vs Solomon

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
Solomon Rank #418

Solomon is more popular, ranked #418 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clay or Solomon more popular?

Solomon is more popular, ranked #418 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Clay and Solomon mean?

Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin). Solomon means "man of peace" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clay and Solomon boy or girl names?

Clay is primarily a boy name. Solomon is primarily a boy name.

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