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Jayce 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

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jayce Rank #169
Hayes Rank #160

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #169 for Jayce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jayce or Hayes more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Jayce at #169 in the United States.

What do Jayce and Hayes mean?

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

Are Jayce and Hayes boy or girl names?

Jayce is primarily a boy name. Hayes is primarily a boy name.

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