Hayden
boy name#161 in 2025Hayden entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #71 in 2007, ranks #161 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#161
rank today
#71
peak (2007)
2,268
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #897 |
| 1890s | #785 |
| 1900s | #872 |
| 1910s | #769 |
| 1920s | #861 |
| 1930s | #1012 |
| 1940s | #1025 |
| 1950s | #1324 |
| 1960s | #1381 |
| 1970s | #1314 |
| 1980s | #971 |
| 1990s | #213 |
| 2000s | #90 |
| 2010s | #142 |
| 2020s | #165 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hayden has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 111,000 people named Hayden are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hayden alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 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 #161 among US boy names in 2025, with 2,268 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hayden most popular?
- Hayden peaked in 2007, reaching #71 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hayden with classmates?
- Hayden will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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