Hays vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hays

Boy #4,204 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hedged enclosure"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,204
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Hays Rank #4,204
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4204 for Hays.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hays ___

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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hays

Brooks Reed Lake Ellis Quinn

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hays or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Hays at #4204 in the United States.

What do Hays and Theodore mean?

Hays means "hedged enclosure" (Old English origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Hays and Theodore boy or girl names?

Hays is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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