Hedged valley
Derived from the Germanic elements 'hege' (hedge) and 'denu' (valley), it originally served as a topographic surname. It is most famously associated with the Austrian composer Joseph Haydn, which has led to its occasional use as a given name.
Less common today
Haydn isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,325 in 2003.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Prolific Austrian composer of the Classical period
English actress known for stage and television roles
Australian rules football legend
