Boys name · California
Clayton in California
Clayton was the 445th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 72 babies named Clayton that year. Since 1912, California families have named 8,813 babies Clayton.
Popularity over time
Clayton in California, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 | 180th |
| 1929 | 22 | 214th |
| 1945 | 31 | 276th |
| 1961 | 112 | 229th |
| 1977 | 105 | 238th |
| 1993 | 188 | 246th |
| 2009 | 69 | 471st |
| 2025 | 72 | 445th |
Its rank among boys names in California fell from 180th in 1912 to 445th in 2025.
The most babies named Clayton in California in a single year was 204, in 1995. Its best showing was 176th among boys names in 1924.
Across the country, Clayton reached its best rank of 42nd in Hawaii (1955). See Clayton in every state →
How popular is Clayton in California?
Clayton was the 445th most popular boys name in California in 2025, with 72 babies named Clayton that year. Since 1912, California families have named 8,813 babies Clayton.
How many babies are named Clayton in California?
In 2025, 72 babies were named Clayton in California. The most babies named Clayton in California in a single year was 204, in 1995.
What is the rank of Clayton in California?
Clayton ranked 445th among boys names in California in 2025. Its best showing was 176th among boys names in 1924.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.