Clay vs Tru

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
Tru Rank #618

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 vs #618 for Tru.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clay or Tru more popular?

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 compared to Tru at #618 in the United States.

What do Clay and Tru mean?

Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin). Tru means "true, faithful, genuine" (Old English origin).

Are Clay and Tru boy or girl names?

Clay is primarily a boy name. Tru is primarily a boy name.

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