Hayes vs Ferrin

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

Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hayes Rank #160
Ferrin Rank #20,697

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hayes or Ferrin more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Hayes and Ferrin mean?

Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin). Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Hayes and Ferrin boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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