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Haze vs Hayes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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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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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Popularity Comparison

Haze Rank #1,660
Hayes Rank #160

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Haze or Hayes more popular?

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

What do Haze and Hayes mean?

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

Are Haze and Hayes boy or girl names?

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

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