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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Enclosure or brushwood (English); alternatively 'descendant of Aodh' via the Irish surname Ó hAodha
- Origin
- English or Irish (surname)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- HAYZ
Hayes is a surname-turned-first-name that works for any gender, pronounced HAYZ. It traces to English roots meaning "enclosure" or "brushwood," and separately to the Irish surname Ó hAodha, meaning "descendant of Aodh." With that surname history behind it, Hayes carries a vintage feel.
Meaning & Origin of Hayes
Meaning: Enclosure or brushwood (English); alternatively 'descendant of Aodh' via the Irish surname Ó hAodha.
Origin: English or Irish (surname).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Hayes
HAYZIPA /ˈheɪz/
Popularity of Hayes
SSA has tracked Hayes since 1880, and in 2024 it reached #160 with 2,249 babies given the name — its highest rank on record so far.
Names Like Hayes
These names share Hayes’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Hayes mean?
Enclosure or brushwood (English); alternatively ‘descendant of Aodh’ via the Irish surname Ó hAodha. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Hayes?
Hayes is pronounced HAYZ (IPA: /ˈheɪz/).
Is Hayes a popular name right now?
Hayes is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #160 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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