Clayton vs Alan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

Cultural Roots

English Scottish French Breton

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#167
Total SSA Count
2,183
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Clayton Rank #318
Alan Rank #167

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 vs #318 for Clayton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clayton or Alan more popular?

Alan is more popular, ranked #167 compared to Clayton at #318 in the United States.

What do Clayton and Alan mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin).

Are Clayton and Alan boy or girl names?

Clayton is primarily a boy name. Alan is primarily a boy name.

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