Hazel
girl name#21 in 2025Hazel entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #18 in 1897, ranks #21 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1880–2025
#21
rank today
#18
peak (1897)
6,318
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #139 |
| 1890s | #25 |
| 1900s | #25 |
| 1910s | #28 |
| 1920s | #46 |
| 1930s | #91 |
| 1940s | #161 |
| 1950s | #288 |
| 1960s | #523 |
| 1970s | #932 |
| 1980s | #1161 |
| 1990s | #1112 |
| 2000s | #575 |
| 2010s | #114 |
| 2020s | #24 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hazel has been most popular in CA, TX, OH.
Living bearers
About 111,000 people named Hazel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hazel alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hazel in 2025?
- Hazel ranks #21 among US girl names in 2025, with 6,318 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hazel most popular?
- Hazel peaked in 1897, reaching #18 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Hazel with classmates?
- Hazel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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