Rising since 2013, #4,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Hazleigh since 2011
Babies named Hazleigh per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 82 |
| 2020s | 159 |
Meaning & origin
Hazleigh is a modern feminine name that first entered U.S. birth records in 2011, reflecting the contemporary preference for creative, nature-inspired names with stylish suffixes. As of 2025, it ranked 4,546th in popularity, with about 1 in 53,576 newborn girls receiving the name. Its peak year was 2021, and it has been on a rising trajectory since 2013, indicating growing but still niche appeal. The name is most commonly found in Texas, the top state for Hazleigh births. Like many -leigh coinages, Hazleigh carries a soft, woodland charm without deep historical roots, making it a fresh choice for parents seeking something distinctive yet familiar.
Hazleigh is a 21st-century coinage, formed by blending the word 'hazel' (from Old English hæsel, referring to the hazel tree) with the popular diminutive suffix '-leigh,' itself a variant of '-ley' meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing.' This pattern follows the modern trend of creating nature-inspired names ending in -leigh or -lee, such as Hadleigh or Kinleigh. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2011 and has seen modest but rising usage since 2013.
Where Hazleigh is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hazel, Leigh, Haz
Sibling names for Hazleigh
Names that share Hazleigh's style, for a brother or sister.
