Hayden Unisex
Origin(s)
English; Irish
Meaning
English: hay valley; Irish: fire
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hayden has roots in both English and Irish cultures. In English, it is derived from a geographical surname referring to a valley where hay is produced. In Irish, it is associated with the word for fire, symbolizing warmth and passion. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
Hayden has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States since the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Aidan, Jayden, Haydn, Raiden, Zayden
Variants
- Haydn
International Variants
- Hayden (English)
Famous people named Hayden
Hayden Christensen is a Canadian actor best known for his role as Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars prequel trilogy.
Hayden Panettiere is an American actress and singer recognized for her performances in television series such as Heroes and Nashville.
Hayden Roulston is a New Zealand professional cyclist who has competed in multiple Olympic Games.
Hayden Paddon is a New Zealand rally driver known for his participation in the World Rally Championship.
Fictional characters named Hayden
Hayden McClain is a character in the television series Nashville, portrayed as a talented musician.
Hayden is a character in the video game series Final Fantasy, known for his role in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hayden was first seen in the United States in 1880. Hayden has ranked as high as #108 nationally which occurred in 2006 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Hayden has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hayden (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 229 | |
TX | 198 | |
FL | 115 | |
OH | 111 | |
PA | 94 | |
NC | 89 | |
GA | 86 | |
VA | 78 | |
IL | 73 | |
NY | 72 | |
IN | 69 | |
WA | 66 | |
MO | 66 | |
KY | 58 | |
TN | 58 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 5 |
1882 | 5 |
1885 | 6 |
1888 | 6 |
1889 | 6 |
1890 | 8 |
1891 | 9 |
1892 | 8 |
1893 | 5 |
1895 | 7 |
1896 | 8 |
1897 | 8 |
1898 | 11 |
1899 | 9 |
1900 | 10 |
1901 | 7 |
1902 | 5 |
1903 | 7 |
1904 | 9 |
1905 | 10 |
1906 | 11 |
1907 | 9 |
1908 | 9 |
1909 | 14 |
1910 | 12 |
1911 | 19 |
1912 | 43 |
1913 | 39 |
1914 | 46 |
1915 | 67 |
1916 | 61 |
1917 | 69 |
1918 | 65 |
1919 | 66 |
1920 | 64 |
1921 | 70 |
1922 | 70 |
1923 | 76 |
1924 | 60 |
1925 | 62 |
1926 | 58 |
1927 | 54 |
1928 | 56 |
1929 | 50 |
1930 | 50 |
1931 | 38 |
1932 | 43 |
1933 | 41 |
1934 | 48 |
1935 | 52 |
1936 | 44 |
1937 | 36 |
1938 | 37 |
1939 | 29 |
1940 | 37 |
1941 | 42 |
1942 | 47 |
1943 | 49 |
1944 | 47 |
1945 | 38 |
1946 | 44 |
1947 | 55 |
1948 | 41 |
1949 | 35 |
1950 | 45 |
1951 | 37 |
1952 | 28 |
1953 | 32 |
1954 | 36 |
1955 | 24 |
1956 | 37 |
1957 | 25 |
1958 | 30 |
1959 | 45 |
1960 | 35 |
1961 | 30 |
1962 | 38 |
1963 | 28 |
1964 | 37 |
1965 | 31 |
1966 | 24 |
1967 | 29 |
1968 | 32 |
1969 | 41 |
1970 | 45 |
1971 | 39 |
1972 | 29 |
1973 | 42 |
1974 | 36 |
1975 | 40 |
1976 | 49 |
1977 | 49 |
1978 | 55 |
1979 | 63 |
1980 | 80 |
1981 | 67 |
1982 | 78 |
1983 | 64 |
1984 | 70 |
1985 | 81 |
1986 | 89 |
1987 | 125 |
1988 | 115 |
1989 | 239 |
1990 | 611 |
1991 | 926 |
1992 | 1,159 |
1993 | 1,326 |
1994 | 1,792 |
1995 | 1,895 |
1996 | 2,015 |
1997 | 2,069 |
1998 | 2,143 |
1999 | 2,414 |
2000 | 3,044 |
2001 | 3,262 |
2002 | 4,142 |
2003 | 5,101 |
2004 | 5,019 |
2005 | 5,916 |
2006 | 6,470 |
2007 | 6,278 |
2008 | 5,949 |
2009 | 4,868 |
2010 | 4,196 |
2011 | 4,603 |
2012 | 3,547 |
2013 | 2,970 |
2014 | 2,891 |
2015 | 2,750 |
2016 | 2,394 |
2017 | 2,300 |
2018 | 2,182 |
2019 | 2,068 |
2020 | 2,156 |
2021 | 2,208 |
2022 | 2,301 |
2023 | 2,230 |
2024 | 2,337 |