Clayton vs Blake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Blake

Boy #265 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dark one, black"

Origin: Old English blaec

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#265
Total SSA Count
1,311
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Clayton Rank #318
Blake Rank #265

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 vs #318 for Clayton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clayton or Blake more popular?

Blake is more popular, ranked #265 compared to Clayton at #318 in the United States.

What do Clayton and Blake mean?

Blake means "dark one, black" (Old English blaec origin).

Are Clayton and Blake boy or girl names?

Clayton is primarily a boy name. Blake is primarily a boy name.

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