Hayward
Hayward: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ΛheΙͺwΙ(ΙΉ)d/
Meaning and origin of Hayward
- A male given name.
Etymology
From hayward.
How popular is Hayward?
Since 1880, 5,064 boys in the U.S. have been named Hayward. Its highest rank for boys was #633 in 1903. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Hayward
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Sibling name ideas for Hayward
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Hayward FAQ
What does the name Hayward mean?
A male given name. From hayward.
How popular is the name Hayward?
Since 1880, 5,064 boys in the U.S. have been named Hayward. Its highest rank for boys was #633 in 1903. In 2025, 5 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Hayward a boy or girl name?
Hayward is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 5,064 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880β2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.