Wade 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

Wade Rank #341
Hayes Rank #160

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 vs #341 for Wade.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wade or Hayes more popular?

Hayes is more popular, ranked #160 compared to Wade at #341 in the United States.

What do Wade and Hayes mean?

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

Are Wade and Hayes boy or girl names?

Wade is primarily a boy name. Hayes is primarily a boy name.

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