Clayton

Clayton refers to someone who is from a settlement built on clay. The name was often given to individuals residing near an area with clay soil or where clay was abundant.

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The name 'Clayton' is of Old English origin, derived from the Old English words 'clæġ' meaning 'clay' and 'tūn' meaning 'settlement' or 'village'.

  • Popularity: 612th
  • Babies named Clayton in the US in 2023:
    Female: 8
    Male: 1062
  • Nicknames: Clay, Clayt, Cly, Ton, CJ.
  • Full Names: Clay, Claybourne, Claywell, Claiborne, Claytonius.
  • Famous Namesakes: Clayton Kershaw - Baseball Player, Clayton Christensen - Academic and Writer, Clayton Moore - Actor, Clayton Yeutter - Politician, Clayton Murphy - Olympic athlete.
  • Gender: Traditionally used as a masculine name, but it's gaining popularity among females as well.
  • Numerology: In numerology, Clayton is associated with the number 7. This number is often linked to introspection, analysis, and deep thinking. Individuals with this name are described as seekers of truth and understanding, and often excel in areas requiring analytical skills.

Clayton has been a relatively popular name throughout the 20th century, consistently ranking in the top 300 names in the United States since the 1980s. It is especially popular in English-speaking countries.

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