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Ledger 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

Ledger Rank #503
Clay Rank #544

Ledger is more popular, ranked #503 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ledger or Clay more popular?

Ledger is more popular, ranked #503 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Ledger and Clay mean?

Ledger means "record keeper" (Middle English origin). Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin).

Are Ledger and Clay boy or girl names?

Ledger is primarily a boy name. Clay is primarily a boy name.

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