Hayden
girl name#437 in 2025Hayden entered the US charts in 1969, peaked at #127 in 2008, ranks #437 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1969–2025
#437
rank today
#127
peak (2008)
707
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #6617 |
| 1970s | #5524 |
| 1980s | #4138 |
| 1990s | #1323 |
| 2000s | #442 |
| 2010s | #213 |
| 2020s | #357 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hayden has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 33,000 people named Hayden are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hayden alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hayden in 2025?
- Hayden ranks #437 among US girl names in 2025, with 707 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hayden most popular?
- Hayden peaked in 2008, reaching #127 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Hayden with classmates?
- Hayden will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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