Settlement built on clay soil
Derived from Old English words 'clæg' (clay) and 'tun' (settlement or town). It originally served as a surname for families living in or near a clay-rich area. In the United States, it has transitioned from a traditional surname to a sturdy, established first name.
About 1,130 boys were named Clayton in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Clayton — far less common.
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