Name comparison · boy names
Hayden vs. Hayes
In 2025, Hayden leads at #161 among U.S. boys' names, with Hayes at #162. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Hayden | Hayes |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Stable | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #161 | #162 |
| Babies in 2025 | 2,268 | 2,240 |
| All-time peak | #71 in 2007 | #160 in 2024 |
| Uniqueness score | 25 / 100 | 25 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Wyoming (#39) | North Dakota (#30) |