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Johnathan 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

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Popularity Comparison

Johnathan Rank #518
Clay Rank #544

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnathan or Clay more popular?

Johnathan is more popular, ranked #518 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Johnathan and Clay mean?

Johnathan means "God has given" (Hebrew origin). Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin).

Are Johnathan and Clay boy or girl names?

Johnathan is primarily a boy name. Clay is primarily a boy name.

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