Clayton
Meaning of Clayton
Clayton is a masculine name, pronounced as KLAY-tuhn in English (/ˈkleɪtən/). The name has been traditionally popular in the United States, with its popularity peaking around the turn of the 21st century. In recent years, it has consistently ranked within the top 300 baby names for boys. A common variation of Clayton is Clay. Although it may not be at the very top of baby name charts today, Clayton's persistent presence suggests that parents appreciate its blend of traditional roots and modern appeal. This enduring classic continues to be a solid choice for those seeking a distinguished and timeless name for their son.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KLAY-tuhn (/ˈkleɪtən/)
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Notable People Named Clayton
| Clayton Edward Kershaw is a highly accomplished American professional baseball pitcher, known for his impressive career with the Los Angeles Dodgers and numerous accolades, including multiple Cy Young Awards and an NL Most Valuable Player title. |
| Clayton Colby Richard is a former professional baseball pitcher who played for several Major League Baseball teams. |
| Clayton Christensen was an influential American academic and business consultant known for developing the theory of "disruptive innovation" and serving as a professor at Harvard Business School. |
| Clayton Murphy is an accomplished American middle-distance runner, known for winning a bronze medal in the 800-meter run at the 2016 Olympic Games and a gold medal at the 2015 Pan American Games. |
| Clayton Conrad Anderson is a retired NASA astronaut, author, motivational speaker, and Professor of Practice at Iowa State University, who also serves as the president and CEO of the Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum. |
| Clayton Stanley - Clayton Iona "Clay" Stanley is a retired American volleyball player, known for his achievements as a member of the United States men's national volleyball team, including winning the Olympic gold medal in 2008 and multiple other championships. |
| Clayton Custer is a former American basketball player and current assistant coach for the Oklahoma Sooners, known for his college career at Loyola University Chicago and professional stint with Śląsk Wroclaw in the Polish Basketball League. |
| Clayton Tune is an American football quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals, drafted in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft after playing college football at Houston. |
| Clayton Jacobson is a multi-talented Australian filmmaker known for his acclaimed debut feature film "Kenny" and his work as an actor in movies such as "Animal Kingdom." |
| Clayton Crain is a renowned American comic book artist recognized for his digital painted artwork on Marvel Comics titles like Ghost Rider, X-Force, and Carnage, as well as his contributions to the Valiant Comics series Rai, and his collaborations with Todd McFarlane and DC. |
