Hazel: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
An earthy nature name inspired by the hazel tree and its warm golden-brown hue.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #19
- Peak
- #19 in 2023
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Hazel Means
Hazel is a girl name of English origin. An earthy nature name inspired by the hazel tree and its warm golden-brown hue.
How Popular Hazel Is
Hazel currently ranks #19 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #19 in 2023. It is rising.
Good to Know About Hazel
- Julia Roberts named her daughter Hazel in 2004, sparking its revival.
- Hazel Grace Lancaster from The Fault in Our Stars gave it a new generation of fans.
- The hazel tree was sacred in Celtic mythology, symbolizing wisdom.
Names Like Hazel
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Hazel
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Hazel.
Questions About Hazel
What does Hazel mean?
Hazel is a girl name of English origin. An earthy nature name inspired by the hazel tree and its warm golden-brown hue.
How popular is Hazel?
Hazel currently ranks #19 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #19 in 2023. It is rising.
Where does Hazel come from?
Hazel comes from English roots. Julia Roberts named her daughter Hazel in 2004, sparking its revival.
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