Hunter vs Hayes

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

Hunter Rank #128
Hayes Rank #160

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 vs #160 for Hayes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hunter or Hayes more popular?

Hunter is more popular, ranked #128 compared to Hayes at #160 in the United States.

What do Hunter and Hayes mean?

Hunter means "one who hunts" (Old English origin). Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Hunter and Hayes boy or girl names?

Hunter is primarily a boy name. Hayes is primarily a boy name.

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