Hays
Boy nameHays has been given to 745 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It peaked in 2024. In 2025, about 1 in 100,475 boys was named Hays.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
745
Peak year
2024 (25 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1880
10-year trend
▲ +6%
Gender split
1% girls / 99% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Hays — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Hays.
Sibling name ideas for Hays
Same era and popularity as Hays, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Hays?
Hays has been given to 745 babies in the U.S. since 1880. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Hays peak?
Hays peaked in 2024, when 25 babies were given the name.
Is Hays a girl or boy name?
Hays is primarily a boy name (99% of babies named Hays are boys).
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