Clay Schlesinger

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Clay Schlesinger — English
32K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Clay Schlesinger is a name that combines English origins. The first name Clay is a masculine given name of English origin. Clay is both an English surname, and a masculine given name. It may be short for Clayton. Clay (surname) People with the given name Clay Aiken (born 1978), American popular music singer Clay Lucas Bryce (born 1999), pseudonym Dream, American YouTuber and Minecraft gamer Clay Buchholz (born 1984), Major League Baseball pitcher for the Boston Red Sox Clay Calvert American lawyer and academic Clay Martin Croker (1962–2016), American voice actor and animator Clay Dalrymple (born 1936), former American professional baseball player Clay Dreslough, American video game designer Clay Felker (1925–2008). The surname Schlesinger: Adam Schlesinger (1967–2020), American composer and musician Adolf Martin Schlesinger (1769–1838), German founder of A.M. Schlesingers Musikhandlung Alan Schlesinger (born 1960), American politician and Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate in Connecticut in 2006 Alice Schlesinger (born 1988), Israeli Olympic judoka Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Sr. (1888–1965), American historian and professor at Harvard University Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr. (1917–2007), son of the above, American historian, social critic and former John F. Clay is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 32K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Clay reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Clay

English

Clay is both an English surname, and a masculine given name. It may be short for Clayton. Clay (surname) People with the given name Clay Aiken (born 1978), American popular music singer Clay Lucas Bryce (born 1999), pseudonym Dream, American YouTuber and Minecraft gamer Clay Buchholz (born 1984), Major League Baseball pitcher for the Boston Red Sox Clay Calvert American lawyer and academic Clay Martin Croker (1962–2016), American voice actor and animator Clay Dalrymple (born 1936), former American professional baseball player Clay Dreslough, American video game designer Clay Felker (1925–2008).

Surname: Schlesinger

English

Adam Schlesinger (1967–2020), American composer and musician Adolf Martin Schlesinger (1769–1838), German founder of A.M. Schlesingers Musikhandlung Alan Schlesinger (born 1960), American politician and Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate in Connecticut in 2006 Alice Schlesinger (born 1988), Israeli Olympic judoka Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Sr. (1888–1965), American historian and professor at Harvard University Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr. (1917–2007), son of the above, American historian, social critic and former John F.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Clay is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Clay by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Clay Schlesinger:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Clay?
The first name Clay originates from English. Clay is both an English surname, and a masculine given name. It may be short for Clayton. Clay (surname) People with the given name Clay Aiken (born 1978), American popular music singer Clay Lucas Bryce (born 1999), pseudonym Dream, American YouTuber and Minecraft gamer Clay Buchholz (born 1984), Major League Baseball pitcher for the Boston Red Sox Clay Calvert American lawyer and academic Clay Martin Croker (1962–2016), American voice actor and animator Clay Dalrymple (born 1936), former American professional baseball player Clay Dreslough, American video game designer Clay Felker (1925–2008).
When was Clay most popular?
The name Clay reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Schlesinger?
The surname Schlesinger originates from English. Adam Schlesinger (1967–2020), American composer and musician Adolf Martin Schlesinger (1769–1838), German founder of A.M. Schlesingers Musikhandlung Alan Schlesinger (born 1960), American politician and Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate in Connecticut in 2006 Alice Schlesinger (born 1988), Israeli Olympic judoka Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Sr. (1888–1965), American historian and professor at Harvard University Arthur Meier Schlesinger, Jr. (1917–2007), son of the above, American historian, social critic and former John F.
How common is the surname Schlesinger?
The surname Schlesinger is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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