Emmitt 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

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Popularity Comparison

Emmitt Rank #681
Clay Rank #544

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 vs #681 for Emmitt.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmitt or Clay more popular?

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 compared to Emmitt at #681 in the United States.

What do Emmitt and Clay mean?

Emmitt means "whole, universal, powerful" (Germanic origin). Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin).

Are Emmitt and Clay boy or girl names?

Emmitt is primarily a boy name. Clay is primarily a boy name.

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