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Edwin vs Clay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Edwin Rank #383
Clay Rank #544

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Clay more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Clay mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin).

Are Edwin and Clay boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Clay is primarily a boy name.

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