Clay Tarpley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Clay Tarpley — English
32K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Clay Tarpley 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 Tarpley: A. J. Tarpley, American football player Brenda Tarpley, American singer Collin S. Tarpley, American judge Gordon Tarpley, American musician Lindsay Tarpley, American soccer player Roy Tarpley, American basketball player Stephen Tarpley, American baseball player Thomas M. Tarpley, American Major General Webster Tarpley, American historian, economist, journalist, and lecturer Tarpley, Texas, an unincorporated community in Bandera County. Tarpley, William, a manager of Truth, Justice, and the American way. 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: Tarpley

English

A. J. Tarpley, American football player Brenda Tarpley, American singer Collin S. Tarpley, American judge Gordon Tarpley, American musician Lindsay Tarpley, American soccer player Roy Tarpley, American basketball player Stephen Tarpley, American baseball player Thomas M. Tarpley, American Major General Webster Tarpley, American historian, economist, journalist, and lecturer Tarpley, Texas, an unincorporated community in Bandera County. Tarpley, William, a manager of Truth, Justice, and the American way.

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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:

1900s
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Notable People Named Clay Tarpley

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Tarpley?
The surname Tarpley originates from English. A. J. Tarpley, American football player Brenda Tarpley, American singer Collin S. Tarpley, American judge Gordon Tarpley, American musician Lindsay Tarpley, American soccer player Roy Tarpley, American basketball player Stephen Tarpley, American baseball player Thomas M. Tarpley, American Major General Webster Tarpley, American historian, economist, journalist, and lecturer Tarpley, Texas, an unincorporated community in Bandera County. Tarpley, William, a manager of Truth, Justice, and the American way.
How common is the surname Tarpley?
The surname Tarpley is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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