Clayton vs Ari

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ari

Boy #400 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#400
Total SSA Count
805
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Clayton Rank #318
Ari Rank #400

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 vs #400 for Ari.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clayton or Ari more popular?

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 compared to Ari at #400 in the United States.

What do Clayton and Ari mean?

Ari means "lion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clayton and Ari boy or girl names?

Clayton is primarily a boy name. Ari is primarily a boy name.

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