Charlotte vs Clay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Clay Rank #544

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #544 for Clay.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Clay ___

  • Clay Thomas
  • Clay Allen
  • Clay James
  • Clay Robert
  • Clay Edward
  • Clay Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Clay

Brock Wade Sawyer Reed Quinn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Clay more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Clay at #544 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Clay mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Clay means "clay settlement, clay worker" (Old English origin).

Are Charlotte and Clay boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Clay is primarily a boy name.

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