Bennett vs Hayes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hayes

Boy #160 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hedge dweller, from the enclosure"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#160
Total SSA Count
2,249
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bennett Rank #60
Hayes Rank #160

Bennett is more popular, ranked #60 vs #160 for Hayes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bennett or Hayes more popular?

Bennett is more popular, ranked #60 compared to Hayes at #160 in the United States.

What do Bennett and Hayes mean?

Bennett means "blessed" (Latin origin). Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Bennett and Hayes boy or girl names?

Bennett is primarily a boy name. Hayes is primarily a boy name.

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