Holding steady.
Popularity of Hasel since 1889
Babies named Hasel per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1916, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Hasel's real moment was 1895.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 42 |
| 1900s | 99 |
| 1910s | 131 |
| 1920s | 118 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Hasel is a rare variant spelling of the name Hazel, a botanical name that gained popularity in the late 1800s. Records show Hasel first appeared in the U.S. Social Security data in 1889, and its peak usage occurred in 1895, after which its use declined sharply. The name has never ranked among the top 1000 names, with no recorded rank in recent decades, and was given to fewer than 5 children per year in any given year since the mid-20th century. While Hazel has seen a strong revival in the 21st century, Hasel remains an extremely uncommon choice. Its spelling deviates from standard English norms, making it a distinctive option for parents seeking a truly unique name tied to classic nature imagery.
Hasel is most likely a variant spelling of Hazel, which derives from the Old English hæsel, referring to the hazel tree. The name Hazel came into use as a given name in the 19th century, part of the Victorian fashion for plant or nature names. Hasel, with its altered spelling, appears sparingly in U.S. records from the late 19th century onward, notably recorded in 1889 and peaking in 1895.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hazel, Hazy, Hase
Sibling names for Hasel
Names that share Hasel's style, for a brother or sister.
