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Hayward
BoyMeaning of Hayward: English: 'guardian of the hedged enclosure'
Hayward is a boy's name most strongly associated with English naming. It has 7 letters and 2 syllables, and it is a genuinely rare and unique choice — 11638th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#11638
5 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
5,064
First recorded 1884 · peak 1956
Trend
stable
Style: rare
Popularity over time
Gender split
100% boys · 0% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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