Hayes vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hayes

Boy #160 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"hedge dweller, from the enclosure"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

English Scottish Biblical

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Hayes Rank #160

James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #160 for Hayes.

Is Hayes or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Hayes at #160 in the United States.

What do Hayes and James mean?

Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hayes and James boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.