Klayton vs Mayer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mayer

Boy #1,834 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"overseer, tenant farmer"

Origin: German (Middle High German)

Cultural Roots

Jewish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,834
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Klayton Rank #1,878
Mayer Rank #1,834

Mayer is more popular, ranked #1834 vs #1878 for Klayton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Klayton or Mayer more popular?

Mayer is more popular, ranked #1834 compared to Klayton at #1878 in the United States.

What do Klayton and Mayer mean?

Klayton means "clay town, clay enclosure" (Old English origin). Mayer means "overseer, tenant farmer" (German (Middle High German) origin).

Are Klayton and Mayer boy or girl names?

Klayton is primarily a boy name. Mayer is primarily a boy name.

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