Hayes vs Avery

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hayes

Boy #160 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"hedge dweller, from the enclosure"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

English American

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Hayes Rank #160

Avery Rank #259

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Hayes or Avery more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Hayes and Avery mean?

Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin). Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin).

Are Hayes and Avery boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. Avery is primarily a boy name.