Klay
Klay is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Clay soil, or worker with clay.
Origin and history
Klay is a modern English variant of the name Clay, derived from an Old English word referring to clay soil or an occupational name for a maker or worker of clay products. It has gained popularity in recent years in the United States, partly influenced by notable sports figures. Its usage remains moderately uncommon but growing in contemporary American naming trends.
Popularity in the United States
1,616 babies in the United States have been named Klay since 1880. It ranks #3146 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1419.
States where it is most popular
- CA (45.5 %)
- TX (19 %)
- IL (4.8 %)
- PA (4.8 %)
- IN (3.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 21 |
| 1960-1970 | 48 |
| 1970-1980 | 58 |
| 1980-1990 | 82 |
| 1990-2000 | 195 |
| 2000-2010 | 161 |
| 2010-2019 | 532 |
| 2020-2029 | 519 |
Famous people named Klay
- Klay Thompson: Athlete, Basketball Player
Fun facts
- Klay is a modern spelling variation of the traditional name Clay, replacing the initial 'C' with a 'K'.
- The name's rising visibility in recent years coincides with the high-profile career of NBA player Klay Thompson.