Usher vs Klay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Usher

Boy #2,306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"doorkeeper, one who ushers"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,306
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Klay

Boy #2,112 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"clay, mortal man"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,112
Total SSA Count
71
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Usher Rank #2,306
Klay Rank #2,112

Klay is more popular, ranked #2112 vs #2306 for Usher.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Usher or Klay more popular?

Klay is more popular, ranked #2112 compared to Usher at #2306 in the United States.

What do Usher and Klay mean?

Usher means "doorkeeper, one who ushers" (Old French origin). Klay means "clay, mortal man" (Old English origin).

Are Usher and Klay boy or girl names?

Usher is primarily a boy name. Klay is primarily a boy name.

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