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Zayne 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

Zayne Rank #447
Clay Rank #544

Zayne is more popular, ranked #447 vs #544 for Clay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Zayne or Clay more popular?

Zayne is more popular, ranked #447 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Zayne and Clay mean?

Zayne means "beauty, adornment, grace" (Arabic (zayn) origin). Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin).

Are Zayne and Clay boy or girl names?

Zayne is primarily a boy name. Clay is primarily a boy name.

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