Hayes vs Noah

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
Nicknames
Hay, Haie, Haykins

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Hayes Rank #160
Noah Rank #2

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 vs #160 for Hayes.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hayes ___

  • Hayes Alexander
  • Hayes James
  • Hayes William
  • Hayes Michael
  • Hayes Oliver
  • Hayes Thomas

Noah ___

  • Noah James
  • Noah Alexander
  • Noah William
  • Noah Thomas
  • Noah Oliver
  • Noah Henry

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Hayes

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Olivia Emma Sophia Liam Elijah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hayes or Noah more popular?

Noah is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Hayes at #160 in the United States.

What do Hayes and Noah mean?

Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin). Noah means "motion, wandering" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hayes and Noah boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. Noah is primarily a boy name.

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