US Popularity:26445
Origin:British
Meaning:Keeper or guardian of the hedged enclosure
If you're seeking a down-to-earth name with a vintage touch, meet your new favorite, Hayward. This pick for baby boys is rooted in Old English and means "keeper or guardian of the hedged enclosure." Its original form, Hēgweard, was given to those protecting the fields and leading the harvest. Hayward is the perfect choice for inspiring a caring and compassionate heart in baby! It’s also a rarer alternative to Howard and Harold.

Hayward Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Hayward is currently #26445 in U.S. births
Boy:Hayward is currently #12870 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#12870
in 2023
- 1776
from 2020
In comparison to the previous year's data

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