unisex name · English origin
Hayden
/ HAY-den /
Meaning
Hayden means Hay valley (English).
Gender
Unisex
Origin
English
Pronunciation
HAY-den
Popularity
#161 boys · #437 girls (U.S. 2025)
Popularity of Hayden in the US, 1880–2025
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.
What does Hayden mean?
An English place name, “hay hill” or “hay valley.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hayden mean?
Hayden means Hay valley. An English place name, “hay hill” or “hay valley.”
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.
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.