Is Hayden a popular name?

Hayden reached a best rank of #74 in 2008 and has charted in 2 years.

Where does Hayden rank now?

Hayden does not appear in the top ranks in the most recent data (2025).

It is recorded primarily as a boys' name.

Boys

Best rank #74 (2008) · ranked in 2 years

First charting in 2008, Hayden peaked at #74 in 2008.

It eased from #74 in 2008 to #91 in 2009.

As of the latest count (2025), Hayden has fallen out of the top ranks.

In 2008, 8,611 babies were given the name Hayden.

Hayden was most popular around 2008, making it characteristic of the 2000s generation.

If Hayden is on your shortlist, Henry, Harper, Hudson are worth a look too, given the similar sound and comparable popularity trends.

Is Hayden a popular name?: Hayden reached a best rank of #74 in 2008 and has charted in 2 years.
Where does Hayden rank now?: Hayden does not appear in the top ranks in the most recent data (2025).
Is Hayden a boy or girl name?: It is recorded primarily as a boys' name.
When was Hayden most popular?: Hayden peaked around 2008.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) - Popular Baby Names (national)