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Raylan 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

Raylan Rank #717
Clay Rank #544

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 vs #717 for Raylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raylan or Clay more popular?

Clay is more popular, ranked #544 compared to Raylan at #717 in the United States.

What do Raylan and Clay mean?

Raylan means "ray of light, bright counsel" (Old English rǣd + land origin). Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin).

Are Raylan and Clay boy or girl names?

Raylan is primarily a boy name. Clay is primarily a boy name.

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