Hazel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAY-zuhl / /ˈheɪ.zəl/English; Old English
Meaning
the hazel tree; nut
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hazel has roots in Old English, where it referred to the hazel tree, known for its nuts. It became popular as a given name in the late 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name is often associated with nature and has been used in various literary works. In recent years, it has seen a resurgence in popularity as a feminine name, though it can also be used for boys.
Trend Summary
Hazel has experienced a resurgence in popularity in the U.S. in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Haze
International Variants
- Hazel (English)
Famous people named Hazel
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hazel was first seen in the United States in 1886. Hazel has ranked as high as #761 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in South Carolina, North Carolina, Kentucky, Georgia, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Hazel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hazel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MD | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1886 | 6 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1888 | 13 |
| 1889 | 8 |
| 1890 | 8 |
| 1891 | 13 |
| 1892 | 12 |
| 1893 | 13 |
| 1894 | 10 |
| 1895 | 13 |
| 1896 | 11 |
| 1897 | 15 |
| 1898 | 12 |
| 1899 | 12 |
| 1900 | 15 |
| 1901 | 19 |
| 1902 | 15 |
| 1903 | 16 |
| 1904 | 24 |
| 1905 | 16 |
| 1906 | 11 |
| 1907 | 19 |
| 1908 | 29 |
| 1909 | 25 |
| 1910 | 28 |
| 1911 | 27 |
| 1912 | 46 |
| 1913 | 38 |
| 1914 | 61 |
| 1915 | 68 |
| 1916 | 79 |
| 1917 | 70 |
| 1918 | 65 |
| 1919 | 79 |
| 1920 | 79 |
| 1921 | 74 |
| 1922 | 69 |
| 1923 | 66 |
| 1924 | 71 |
| 1925 | 59 |
| 1926 | 60 |
| 1927 | 51 |
| 1928 | 47 |
| 1929 | 67 |
| 1930 | 53 |
| 1931 | 56 |
| 1932 | 53 |
| 1933 | 45 |
| 1934 | 42 |
| 1935 | 57 |
| 1936 | 39 |
| 1937 | 40 |
| 1938 | 48 |
| 1939 | 38 |
| 1940 | 44 |
| 1941 | 30 |
| 1942 | 32 |
| 1943 | 43 |
| 1944 | 30 |
| 1945 | 24 |
| 1946 | 32 |
| 1947 | 27 |
| 1948 | 21 |
| 1949 | 18 |
| 1950 | 17 |
| 1951 | 17 |
| 1952 | 21 |
| 1953 | 18 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 18 |
| 1956 | 17 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 10 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 16 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 45 |