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Klay vs Jed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jed

Boy #1,993 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"friend of Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,993
Total SSA Count
78
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Klay Rank #2,112
Jed Rank #1,993

Jed is more popular, ranked #1993 vs #2112 for Klay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Klay or Jed more popular?

Jed is more popular, ranked #1993 compared to Klay at #2112 in the United States.

What do Klay and Jed mean?

Klay means "clay, mortal man" (Old English origin). Jed means "friend of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Klay and Jed boy or girl names?

Klay is primarily a boy name. Jed is primarily a boy name.

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