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Clayton is an English surname that has become increasingly popular as a given name. It originated from the place names Clayton in Lancashire and West Yorkshire, England. The name is composed of two Old English elements: 'clǣg' meaning 'clay' and 'tūn' meaning 'homestead' or 'settlement'. Therefore, Clayton traditionally means 'clay settlement' or 'homestead on clay soil'.