Meaning, origin, history
Hayes is a name of Irish origin and it means "from the hedge". It is derived from the Gaelic word "an t-Séipéal" which means 'the hedge' or 'the enclosure'. The name Hayes is believed to have been brought to England by Irish immigrants who settled there during the Middle Ages. Today, Hayes is a popular surname in both Ireland and England, with some variations such as Haynes and Hays also being used.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Hays since 1880
Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
2023
5 births
in 2023
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
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