Lazelle Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: lah-ZEL //ləˈzɛl//
Origin: French; English
Meaning: French: 'from the meadow'; English: 'a variant of Hazel'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lazelle is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name Eleazar, which means "God has helped." This name was transliterated into Greek as Eleazar and later into Latin, retaining its original meaning. The name eventually made its way into Old French as Lazare, which was commonly used in medieval times.
The transition into English likely occurred through the influence of the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Old French names were adopted into the English language. Lazelle may be seen as a derivative or variant of these earlier forms, reflecting the linguistic evolution from Hebrew through various languages into English.
Historically, the name Eleazar appears in the Hebrew Bible, notably as the name of a son of Aaron, the brother of Moses, and a prominent figure in the Book of Numbers. This biblical connection has contributed to the name's significance in Jewish tradition.
The name also appears in Christian texts, where it is associated with several saints, including Saint Lazarus, who is mentioned in the New Testament. The translation of the Bible into various languages, including the King James Bible in the early 17th century, helped to further disseminate names like Lazelle, linking them to religious narratives and cultural practices.
Culturally, names derived from Eleazar and its variants have been associated with themes of divine assistance and protection, which resonate across different cultures and traditions. The name Lazelle, while less common, carries with it the weight of its historical and religious significance.
The diminutive form "Laz" may also be used informally, reflecting a more personal connection to the name. Overall, Lazelle embodies a rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural history, connecting its bearers to a legacy of faith and support.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lazelle was first seen in the United States in 1914.
Lazelle has ranked as high as #860 nationally, which occurred in 1919, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Lazelle has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Lazelle is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Lazelle was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Lazelle
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Lazelle.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |