Hayes vs Shepherd

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

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Popularity Comparison

Hayes Rank #160
Shepherd Rank #311

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #311 for Shepherd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hayes or Shepherd more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Shepherd at #311 in the United States.

What do Hayes and Shepherd mean?

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

Are Hayes and Shepherd boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. Shepherd is primarily a boy name.

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