Hayes vs Olivia

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
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 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

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hayes

Parker Quinn Sawyer Reid Monroe

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hayes or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Hayes at #160 in the United States.

What do Hayes and Olivia mean?

Hayes means "hedge dweller, from the enclosure" (Old English origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Hayes and Olivia boy or girl names?

Hayes is primarily a boy name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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