Hayes

Meaning of Hayes

Hayes is an English surname meaning "hedged area" or "brushwood."

Hayes has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Hayes

Hayes has held fairly steady, sitting around #162 in 2025 after peaking at #160 in 2024.

Notable people named Hayes

• Hayes Grier
  Social media personality
• Hayes MacArthur
  American actor and comedian
• Hayes Carll
  American singer-songwriter
• Hayes Pullard
  American football player
• Hayes Alan Jenkins
  American figure skater

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Questions about the name Hayes

What does the name Hayes mean?

Hayes means hayes is an english surname meaning "hedged area" or "brushwood.", and it comes from English origins.

Is Hayes a boy's or a girl's name?

Hayes is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Hayes?

In 2025, Hayes ranked #162 for boys, down from #160 the year before.

When was Hayes most popular?

Hayes peaked at #160 in 2024.