Where Clayton comes from is understandable. It’s an Old English surname formed from several English place names including the word “clay,” and the name itself means “clay settlement.” Although the surname was first recorded in the 11th century, the use of the name as a first name did not occur until the 19th century. A lot of YouTube celebrities, artists, and professional athletes, like Clayton Kershaw of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Clay Aiken of American Idol fame, are using this vintage baby name, proving that American parents still find it appealing. Located in the Thousand Islands on the St. Lawrence River, the town of Clayton, New York is a famous summer vacation destination.
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