Clayton vs Theora

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theora

Girl #17,383 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"contemplation, observation"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#17,383
Total SSA Count
8
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Thea, Theo, Ora

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Clayton Rank #318
Theora Rank #17,383

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 vs #17383 for Theora.

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

Theora ___

  • Theora Rose
  • Theora Grace
  • Theora Jane
  • Theora Marian
  • Theora Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Clayton

Colton Landon Brayden Savannah Aubrey

If you choose Theora

Philippa Sophronia Corinna Leontine Cassius

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clayton or Theora more popular?

Clayton is more popular, ranked #318 compared to Theora at #17383 in the United States.

What do Clayton and Theora mean?

Theora means "contemplation, observation" (Greek origin).

Are Clayton and Theora boy or girl names?

Clayton is primarily a boy name. Theora is primarily a girl name.

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