Denver vs Clay

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

Popularity Comparison

Denver Rank #487
Clay Rank #544

Denver is more popular, ranked #487 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denver or Clay more popular?

Denver is more popular, ranked #487 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Denver and Clay mean?

Denver means "from the green valley" (English origin). Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin).

Are Denver and Clay boy or girl names?

Denver is primarily a boy name. Clay is primarily a boy name.

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