Hayes vs Cade

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

Cade

Boy #272 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"round barrel, lump"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#272
Total SSA Count
1,260
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Hayes Rank #160
Cade Rank #272

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #272 for Cade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hayes or Cade more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Cade at #272 in the United States.

What do Hayes and Cade mean?

Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin). Cade means "round barrel, lump" (Old English origin).

Are Hayes and Cade boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. Cade is primarily a boy name.

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