Klayten

“clay town”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#11517US 2021

6Births / yr

↑Rising

101All-time births

📅 Since 200100

What does Klayten mean and where does it come from?

Klayten is a modern, creative name primarily used in the United States. It is a variation of Clayton, which refers to a settlement where clay is found. This name has gained some traction in recent years as parents look for unique alternatives to traditional names. It is part of a trend of adapting c

Cultural significance

Klayten has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of clay town.

Peak popularity

Reached #7365 in 2015 — currently #11517 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Klayten?

Klayten works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Klayten Grace

How popular is Klayten right now?

Rising fast — up 1445 spots — currently #11517 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2021#11517 · Top 8.5%

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#11517	6	▲ up 1445 · +20% births
2020	#12962	5	▼ down 5597 · -55% births
2015	#7365	11	▲ up 1271 · +22% births
2010	#8636	9	▲ up 2537 · +50% births
2005	#11173	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Klayten

Best Year2015Rank #7365

Peak Count11

Average Rank#10331

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2005 - 20215 years

The story of Klayten

Klayten is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 101 total births recorded, Klayten remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #11173 in 2005, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11517 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Klayten in 2015:

Noah Liam Mason Jacob William

Klayten by decade

Klayten peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	37
2010s ★	59
2020s	5

💎Klayten has only 101 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Klayten?

Common

KlaKlieKlyAyten

What names sound and feel like Klayten?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Klayten also consider these

Klayden

American · From the meadow

American · Clay settlement, town

Kaysten

American · A modern variation

Jayten

American · English

Trayten

American · A modern invented

Drayten

American · English

Common questions about the name Klayten

What does the name Klayten mean?

Klayten means "clay town" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Klayten?

Klayten is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Klayten have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Klayten?

Klayten originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Klayten trending right now?

Klayten is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Klayten a common or rare name?

Klayten is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.