Clay

Boy's name

Clay is an English name derived from the Old English word "claeg," meaning "clay" or "earth."

Meaning Works with clay
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 545 Rising
Peak year 1960

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Clay Aiken - Singer, American Idol runner-up.
  • Clay Matthews - NFL linebacker, Green Bay Packers.
  • Clay Travis - Sports journalist, Outkick the Coverage founder.
  • Clay Buchholz - MLB pitcher, two-time All-Star.
  • Clay Walker - Country music singer, hits like "She Won't Be Lonely Long."
  • Clay Bennett - NBA team owner, Oklahoma City Thunder.
  • Clay Pell - Politician, grandson of Senator Claiborne Pell.
  • Clay Regazzoni - Formula One driver, six-time Grand Prix winner.
  • Clay Johnston - NFL linebacker, Baylor Bears standout.
  • Clay Helton - College football coach, USC Trojans.

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