Hazel
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“The hazel tree; a warm brown color”
Popularity Over Time
Births per million by decade (SSA data, 1960s–2020s)
The Story
Sacred in Celtic mythology, symbolizing wisdom. John Green's 'The Fault in Our Stars' heroine Hazel Grace sealed its modern revival.
Names That Vibe With Hazel
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Vintage Revival
Old-fashioned names making a stunning comeback. Think grandparent-chic meets modern cool.
Short & Sweet
Punchy names with 3–5 letters that pack a wallop. Easy to spell, impossible to forget.
Rising Stars 2026
Names surging in popularity right now. Get ahead of the curve with these trending picks.
Top 100
The definitive list — America's 100 most popular baby names based on SSA birth records.
Comeback Names
Names your grandparents loved that are cool again. Everything old is new in the nursery.
Nature-Inspired
Names drawn from the earth, sky, and sea — flowers, trees, seasons, and wild creatures.
Cottagecore
Soft, pastoral names that evoke wildflower meadows and country lanes. Cozy meets charming.