Hayden
Hayden: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈheɪdn̩/
Meaning and origin of Hayden
Root meaning: “hay”
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
- A female given name transferred from the surname, in general use since the 1990s.
Etymology
Originally a place name, from Old English heg (“hay”) + denu (“valley”). Alternatively, from Middle Dutch heiden (“heathen”).
How popular is Hayden?
Since 1880, 33,424 girls and 114,084 boys in the U.S. have been named Hayden (23% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #127 in 2008. Its highest rank for boys was #71 in 2007. In 2025 it ranked #161 for boys, with 2,975 babies given the name.
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Hayden FAQ
What does the name Hayden mean?
Hayden traces back to a root meaning "hay". A male given name transferred from the surname. A female given name transferred from the surname, in general use since the 1990s. Originally a place name, from Old English heg (“hay”) + denu (“valley”). Alternatively, from Middle Dutch heiden (“heathen”).
What is the origin of the name Hayden?
Hayden is listed as a name of Surname (transferred from a surname) origin.
How popular is the name Hayden?
Since 1880, 33,424 girls and 114,084 boys in the U.S. have been named Hayden (23% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #127 in 2008. Its highest rank for boys was #71 in 2007. In 2025 it ranked #161 for boys, with 2,975 babies given the name.
Is Hayden a boy or girl name?
Hayden is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (33,424 girls and 114,084 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.