Clay Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Clay Name at a Glance

Name	Clay
Meaning	Clay maker; mortal.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Clay Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Clay means “Clay maker; mortal”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Clay Name Origin

Our database records Clay under English origin. Browse more English baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Clay a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Clay is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Clay

When considering Clay for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.