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Hayes vs Bryce

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

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Bryce

Boy #297 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"speckled, freckled"

Origin: Gaulish/Celtic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Welsh American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#297
Total SSA Count
1,127
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hayes Rank #160
Bryce Rank #297

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #297 for Bryce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hayes or Bryce more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Bryce at #297 in the United States.

What do Hayes and Bryce mean?

Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin). Bryce means "speckled, freckled" (Gaulish/Celtic origin).

Are Hayes and Bryce boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. Bryce is primarily a boy name.

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