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Hayes vs Chet

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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Chet

Boy #2,095 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"fortified camp, military settlement"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,095
Total SSA Count
71
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hayes Rank #160
Chet Rank #2,095

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #2095 for Chet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hayes or Chet more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Chet at #2095 in the United States.

What do Hayes and Chet mean?

Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin). Chet means "fortified camp, military settlement" (Latin origin).

Are Hayes and Chet boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. Chet is primarily a boy name.

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