Clayton Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Clayton Name at a Glance

Name	Clayton
Meaning	Derived from a surname and place name, based on the Old English 'claeg' meaning clay and 'tun' meaning settlement. Also, mortal.
Origin	English
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Clayton Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Clayton means “Derived from a surname and place name, based on the Old English 'claeg' meaning clay and 'tun' meaning settlement. Also, 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.

Clayton Name Origin

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

Is Clayton a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Clayton

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