Klayton vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Klayton

Boy #1,878 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"clay town, clay enclosure"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,878
Total SSA Count
85
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Klay, Clay

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Klayton Rank #1,878
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #1878 for Klayton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Klayton ___

  • Klayton James
  • Klayton Lee
  • Klayton Allen
  • Klayton Wade
  • Klayton Scott
  • Klayton Dale

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Klayton or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Klayton at #1878 in the United States.

What do Klayton and Theodore mean?

Klayton means "clay town, clay enclosure" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Klayton and Theodore boy or girl names?

Klayton is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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