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.
"Hays is a unique and distinctive name, with only five babies being named Hays in the United States each year according to recent birth statistics. This exclusivity makes it a rare find among names, with fewer than six children sharing this name annually."