Name comparison · boy names
Clark vs. Clayton
In 2025, Clayton leads at #300 among U.S. boys' names, with Clark at #377. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Clark | Clayton |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Stable | Stable |
| 2025 rank | #377 | #300 |
| Babies in 2025 | 837 | 1,130 |
| All-time peak | #175 in 1881 | #147 in 1988 |
| Uniqueness score | 37 / 100 | 33 / 100 |
| Strongest state | District of Columbia (#120) | West Virginia (#101) |