Hayden
Hayden first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2006, when 6,470 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,268.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Hayden popular?
Declining Hayden is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2006 peak.
| 2020s | 13,512 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 29,905 | |
| 2000s | 50,049 | |
| 1990s | 16,350 | |
| 1980s | 1,006 | |
| 1970s | 446 | |
| 1960s | 325 | |
| 1950s | 339 | |
| 1940s | 435 | |
| 1930s | 418 | |
| 1920s | 620 | |
| 1910s | 487 | |
| 1900s | 91 | |
| 1890s | 73 | |
| 1880s | 28 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Hayden mean?
Hayden comes from an English surname and place name meaning “hay hill” or “hay valley.” It is used for both boys and girls.
Nicknames for Hayden
- Hade
Variants & spellings
- Haiden
- Haydn
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hayden mean?
Hayden means Hay valley. Hayden comes from an English surname and place name meaning “hay hill” or “hay valley.” It is used for both boys and girls.
What is the origin of the name Hayden?
Hayden is of English origin.
How do you pronounce Hayden?
Hayden is pronounced “HAY-den.”
Is Hayden a boy or a girl name?
Hayden is most commonly used as a unisex name.
Is Hayden a popular name right now?
Hayden is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2006 peak.
How popular is the name Hayden?
In 2025, Hayden ranked #161 among boys’ and #437 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Hayden most popular?
Hayden was most popular in 2006, when about 6,470 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Hayden?
Common nicknames for Hayden include Hade.
What names are similar to Hayden?
Names similar to Hayden include Aiden, Braden, Camden, Rowan.
What names go well with Hayden?
English names that pair well with Hayden include Edward, Mason, Robin, Jack, Jackson.