Cliff vs Hazel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cliff

Boy #3,023 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"steep rock face by a crossing"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #2,841 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"hazel tree"

Origin: Old English

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Cliff Rank #3,023

Hazel Rank #2,841

Hazel is more popular, ranked #2841 vs #3023 for Cliff.

Is Cliff or Hazel more popular?

Hazel is more popular, ranked #2841 compared to Cliff at #3023 in the United States.

What do Cliff and Hazel mean?

Cliff means "steep rock face by a crossing" (Old English origin). Hazel means "hazel tree" (Old English origin).

Are Cliff and Hazel boy or girl names?

Cliff is primarily a boy name. Hazel is primarily a boy name.