Hayes vs Phoenix

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

Phoenix

Boy #275 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"dark red, crimson"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#275
Total SSA Count
1,227
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Hayes Rank #160
Phoenix Rank #275

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #275 for Phoenix.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hayes or Phoenix more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Phoenix at #275 in the United States.

What do Hayes and Phoenix mean?

Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin). Phoenix means "dark red, crimson" (Greek origin).

Are Hayes and Phoenix boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. Phoenix is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons