Walker vs Hayes

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Walker

Boy #82 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cloth walker, one who treads cloth"

Origin: Old English occupational surname

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #82
Total SSA Count: 4,023
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

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Levi Adam Jayce Leon

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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

Walker Rank #82

Hayes Rank #160

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 vs #160 for Hayes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walker or Hayes more popular?

Walker is more popular, ranked #82 compared to Hayes at #160 in the United States.

What do Walker and Hayes mean?

Walker means "cloth walker, one who treads cloth" (Old English occupational surname origin). Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Walker and Hayes boy or girl names?

Walker is primarily a boy name. Hayes is primarily a boy name.

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