Clayton
boy name#300 in 2025Clayton entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #147 in 1988, ranks #300 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#300
rank today
#147
peak (1988)
1,130
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #196 |
| 1890s | #193 |
| 1900s | #182 |
| 1910s | #165 |
| 1920s | #161 |
| 1930s | #185 |
| 1940s | #219 |
| 1950s | #235 |
| 1960s | #249 |
| 1970s | #211 |
| 1980s | #162 |
| 1990s | #156 |
| 2000s | #207 |
| 2010s | #259 |
| 2020s | #297 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Clayton has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 105,000 people named Clayton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Clayton alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Clayton in 2025?
- Clayton ranks #300 among US boy names in 2025, with 1,130 babies given the name.
- When was the name Clayton most popular?
- Clayton peaked in 1988, reaching #147 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Clayton with classmates?
- Clayton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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