Rising since 2005, #2,183 for boys today.
Popularity of Hayze since 2003
Babies named Hayze per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 37 |
| 2010s | 205 |
| 2020s | 329 |
Meaning & origin
Hayze is a modern name that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security Administration's list in 2003. As of 2025, it ranks 2,183, meaning approximately 1 in 26,278 newborn boys receives the name. Its popularity has been on a steady upward trajectory since 2005, peaking in 2024. The name has seen particular favor in states like Hawaii, Utah, and Pennsylvania, suggesting a regional pattern of adoption. While its exact origin is unclear, Hayze fits a contemporary naming style that favors inventive spellings of familiar sounds. The name's relatively low rank and rising trend indicate it remains a distinctive choice within the broader landscape of modern American baby names.
Hayze is a modern coinage, likely a respelling of the surname Hayes or a variant of Haze. It follows the trend of -ayze ending names popularized in the early 2000s. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2003 and has since risen steadily in use, particularly in the 2020s.
Where Hayze is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Sibling names for Hayze
Names that share Hayze's style, for a brother or sister.
