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Estes vs Hayes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Estes

Boy #31,754 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the east, eastern place"

Origin: Old French d'Este

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#31,754
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Estes Rank #31,754
Hayes Rank #160

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #31754 for Estes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Estes or Hayes more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Estes at #31754 in the United States.

What do Estes and Hayes mean?

Estes means "from the east, eastern place" (Old French d'Este origin). Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Estes and Hayes boy or girl names?

Estes is primarily a boy name. Hayes is primarily a boy name.

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