Ari vs Clayton

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Ari Rank #400
Clayton Rank #318

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 vs #400 for Ari.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ari ___

  • Ari Samuel
  • Ari James
  • Ari Benjamin
  • Ari Elias
  • Ari Noah
  • Ari Solomon

Clayton ___

  • Clayton James
  • Clayton Michael
  • Clayton Thomas
  • Clayton William
  • Clayton Alexander
  • Clayton Reed

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ari

Levi Noa Eli Mia Jonah

If you choose Clayton

Colton Landon Brayden Savannah Aubrey

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ari or Clayton more popular?

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 compared to Ari at #400 in the United States.

What do Ari and Clayton mean?

Ari means "lion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ari and Clayton boy or girl names?

Ari is primarily a boy name. Clayton is primarily a boy name.

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