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Hayes vs Haze

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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Haze

Boy #1,660 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dreamy obscurity"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,660
Total SSA Count
102
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hayes Rank #160
Haze Rank #1,660

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #1660 for Haze.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hayes or Haze more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Haze at #1660 in the United States.

What do Hayes and Haze mean?

Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin). Haze means "dreamy obscurity" (English origin).

Are Hayes and Haze boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. Haze is primarily a boy name.

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