Brad vs Hays

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Brad

Boy #4,135 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"broad valley, wide clearing"

Origin: Old English brad

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,135
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Brad Rank #4,135
Hays Rank #4,204

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 vs #4204 for Hays.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Brad ___

  • Brad James
  • Brad Allen
  • Brad Lee
  • Brad Thomas
  • Brad Scott
  • Brad Michael

Hays ___

  • Hays William
  • Hays Thomas
  • Hays Edward
  • Hays James
  • Hays Robert
  • Hays Alexander

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Brad

Chad Todd Greg Tiffany Jennifer

If you choose Hays

Brooks Reed Lake Ellis Quinn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brad or Hays more popular?

Brad is more popular, ranked #4135 compared to Hays at #4204 in the United States.

What do Brad and Hays mean?

Brad means "broad valley, wide clearing" (Old English brad origin). Hays means "hedged enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Brad and Hays boy or girl names?

Brad is primarily a boy name. Hays is primarily a boy name.

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