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Hakan vs Hayden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hakan

Boy #5,698 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"emperor, supreme ruler"

Origin: Turkic (Kagan)

Cultural Roots

Turkish Swedish Norwegian Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,698
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hakan Rank #5,698
Hayden Rank #154

Hayden is more popular, ranked #154 vs #5698 for Hakan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hakan or Hayden more popular?

Hayden is more popular, ranked #154 compared to Hakan at #5698 in the United States.

What do Hakan and Hayden mean?

Hakan means "emperor, supreme ruler" (Turkic (Kagan) origin). Hayden means "hay valley, hedged valley" (Old English origin).

Are Hakan and Hayden boy or girl names?

Hakan is primarily a boy name. Hayden is primarily a boy name.

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