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Hayes vs Mace

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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Mace

Boy #2,832 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"heavy club weapon"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,832
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hayes Rank #160
Mace Rank #2,832

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #2832 for Mace.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hayes or Mace more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Mace at #2832 in the United States.

What do Hayes and Mace mean?

Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin). Mace means "heavy club weapon" (Old French origin).

Are Hayes and Mace boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. Mace is primarily a boy name.

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