Alan vs Hayes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alan

Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Boy #160 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"hedge dweller, from the enclosure"

Origin: Old English

English Irish American

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Alan Rank #167

Hayes Rank #160

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #167 for Alan.

Is Alan or Hayes more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Alan at #167 in the United States.

What do Alan and Hayes mean?

Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin). Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Alan and Hayes boy or girl names?

Alan is primarily a boy name. Hayes is primarily a boy name.