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Quentin 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

Quentin Rank #789
Clay Rank #544

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 vs #789 for Quentin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quentin or Clay more popular?

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 compared to Quentin at #789 in the United States.

What do Quentin and Clay mean?

Quentin means "fifth, born fifth" (Latin origin). Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin).

Are Quentin and Clay boy or girl names?

Quentin is primarily a boy name. Clay is primarily a boy name.

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