Oakley vs Clay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Oakley

Boy #411 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"oak tree meadow"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#411
Total SSA Count
785
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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

Popularity Comparison

Oakley Rank #411
Clay Rank #544

Oakley is more popular, ranked #411 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oakley or Clay more popular?

Oakley is more popular, ranked #411 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Oakley and Clay mean?

Oakley means "oak tree meadow" (Old English origin). Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin).

Are Oakley and Clay boy or girl names?

Oakley is primarily a boy name. Clay is primarily a boy name.

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