Hayes is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #230 in 2021 with 1,605 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 2,249 births ranking #160. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 3,814.6%. In 2021, approximately 1 in every 1,089 boys born was named Hayes. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.