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Summary

The name Hazel originates from Old English, meaning the hazel tree, which symbolizes wisdom and protection. It has evolved through various historical forms and gained popularity as a feminine name in the late 19th century. Today, it is perceived as a stylish name associated with nature. There are notable figures with this name, contributing to its positive image.

The name Hazel is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been consistently rising. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hazel has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Hazel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 725th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 984th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1994th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6035th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12331st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12085th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5010th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 31st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 103rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 290th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 771st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1209th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 442nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 41st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Hazel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.