Boys name · Kentucky
Clayton in Kentucky
Clayton was the 188th most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 30 babies named Clayton that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 3,560 babies Clayton.
Popularity over time
Clayton in Kentucky, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | 6 | 141st |
| 1926 | 24 | 162nd |
| 1943 | 19 | 202nd |
| 1959 | 15 | 253rd |
| 1976 | 21 | 173rd |
| 1992 | 44 | 106th |
| 2009 | 36 | 157th |
| 2025 | 30 | 188th |
Its rank among boys names in Kentucky fell from 141st in 1910 to 188th in 2025.
The most babies named Clayton in Kentucky in a single year was 77, in 2000. Its best showing was 74th among boys names in 2002.
Across the country, Clayton reached its best rank of 42nd in Hawaii (1955). See Clayton in every state →
How popular is Clayton in Kentucky?
Clayton was the 188th most popular boys name in Kentucky in 2025, with 30 babies named Clayton that year. Since 1910, Kentucky families have named 3,560 babies Clayton.
How many babies are named Clayton in Kentucky?
In 2025, 30 babies were named Clayton in Kentucky. The most babies named Clayton in Kentucky in a single year was 77, in 2000.
What is the rank of Clayton in Kentucky?
Clayton ranked 188th among boys names in Kentucky in 2025. Its best showing was 74th among boys names in 2002.
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.