Hazel
Meaning: The hazel tree; the hazelnut
Origin: Old English hæsel — a nature name for the hazel tree, long associated with wisdom and protection
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #195
Total births: 2,157
History: Hazel surged in the 2010s as vintage names came back in Australia. Hazel Hawke was a beloved Prime Minister's wife who publicly battled Alzheimer's with dignity. In Australia, Hazel means grace under pressure.
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| Current rank (2025) | #8 |
| Babies named Hazel in 2025 | 259 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,157 |
| Peak year | 2024 (283 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #8 |
| Years in records | 2014–2025 (12 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 22 spots |
Frequently asked about Hazel
What does the name Hazel mean?
Hazel means “The hazel tree; the hazelnut” from Old English hæsel — a nature name for the hazel tree, long associated with wisdom and protection roots.
What is the origin of the name Hazel?
Hazel has Old English hæsel — a nature name for the hazel tree, long associated with wisdom and protection origin. The traditional meaning is “The hazel tree; the hazelnut”.
How popular is Hazel in Australia?
Hazel ranked #8 in Australia in 2025 — given to 259 babies that year.
When was Hazel most popular?
Hazel peaked in 2024 with 283 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Hazel a boy or girl name?
Hazel is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Hazels in registered births are female.
Is the name Hazel rising or falling in popularity?
Hazel has risen 22 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #30 in 2020 to #8 in 2025.
How long has Hazel been recorded in Australia?
Hazel appears in birth records in Australia across 12 years — from 2014 through 2025.