Clayton vs Graham

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Graham

Boy #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#129
Total SSA Count
2,789
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gray, Grey

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Clayton Rank #318
Graham Rank #129

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 vs #318 for Clayton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clayton ___

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

Graham ___

  • Graham James
  • Graham William
  • Graham Henry
  • Graham Thomas
  • Graham Reid
  • Graham Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clayton

Colton Landon Brayden Savannah Aubrey

If you choose Graham

Elliot Nora Fiona Duncan Callum

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clayton or Graham more popular?

Graham is more popular, ranked #129 compared to Clayton at #318 in the United States.

What do Clayton and Graham mean?

Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin).

Are Clayton and Graham boy or girl names?

Clayton is primarily a boy name. Graham is primarily a boy name.

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