Ferry vs Hayes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ferry

Boy #32,658 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave journey"

Origin: Germanic/Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch Frisian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#32,658
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Popularity Comparison

Ferry Rank #32,658
Hayes Rank #160

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #32658 for Ferry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ferry or Hayes more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Ferry at #32658 in the United States.

What do Ferry and Hayes mean?

Ferry means "brave journey" (Germanic/Dutch origin). Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Ferry and Hayes boy or girl names?

Ferry is primarily a boy name. Hayes is primarily a boy name.

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