Cleighton
KLAY-tuhn
Cleighton is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “Cleighton is a variation of Clayton, an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'clay settlement'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2008.
What Cleighton Means
“Cleighton is a variation of Clayton, an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'clay settlement'.”
The Story of Cleighton
This name evokes the grounded feeling of walking on firm earth, a connection to the very soil that sustains us.
Cleighton is an English surname that transitioned into use as a given name. It originates from a place name meaning 'clay settlement,' indicating a place known for its earth and steadiness.
You see your son as a person of deep roots and unwavering stability. He will be a friendly soul, grounded and practical, a reliable presence in a changing world.
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The Creative
Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
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Peak Year
#6 in 2008
Total Births
11
First Recorded
2008
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