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Kade vs Clay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kade

Boy #346 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round, barrel-maker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#346
Total SSA Count
986
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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

Kade Rank #346
Clay Rank #544

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kade or Clay more popular?

Kade is more popular, ranked #346 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Kade and Clay mean?

Kade means "round, barrel-maker" (Old English origin). Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin).

Are Kade and Clay boy or girl names?

Kade is primarily a boy name. Clay is primarily a boy name.

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