Avery vs Hayden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

English American

✓ All Clear

Boy #154 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"hay valley, hedged valley"

Origin: Old English

American English

✓ All Clear

Avery Rank #259

Hayden Rank #154

Hayden is more popular, ranked #154 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Avery or Hayden more popular?

Hayden is more popular, ranked #154 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Avery and Hayden mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Hayden means "hay valley, hedged valley" (Old English origin).

Are Avery and Hayden boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Hayden is primarily a boy name.