Clayten: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: cl-ahyt-ehn
Origin: England
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: A variant of Clayton, meaning "town on clay land."

Clayten is a modern and unique name with strong masculine connotations. It is a variation of the classic name Clayton, which originates from Old English and means "clay town." While Clayton has been in use since the 19th century, Clayten is a more recent adaptation. The name evokes a sense of grounding and stability, much like the element of clay itself. Despite its relatively low usage, Clayten stands out for its simplicity and unique character. It is not commonly associated with any specific cultural or historical significance but shares the same strength and tradition as its parent name.

Clayten Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Clayten is currently #18625 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Clayten is currently #18624 on Kiindred Boy Names

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