Hayes is an English surname that originated from the Old English word "hæs," which means "brushwood" or "thicket." It is likely a topographic name, meaning that it was derived from the physical characteristics of the area where the original bearer lived.
Equivalent name in GOD's language:
Based on the description, the best equivalent name in Hebrew for Hayes would be הָיִשׁ (Hayish), which means "living" or "alive," but also has a connection to nature through its similarity to the Hebrew word הַיָּה (hayah), meaning "to live" or "to be alive," and הָיֵשׁ (ha'yesh), meaning "there is" or "exists," which could be related to the natural environment.
Alternatively, חָצִיר (Chatzir), meaning "thicket" or "brushwood," is a more direct equivalent, though less common as a given name.