Celeste vs Hazel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Celeste

Girl #198 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"heavenly, of the sky"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

French Italian English Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#198
Total SSA Count
1,556
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cele

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Celeste Rank #198
Hazel Rank #19

Hazel is more popular, ranked #19 vs #198 for Celeste.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Celeste ___

  • Celeste Marie
  • Celeste Rose
  • Celeste June
  • Celeste Eloise
  • Celeste Anne
  • Celeste Louise

Hazel ___

  • Hazel Grace
  • Hazel Mae
  • Hazel Rose
  • Hazel Claire
  • Hazel Jean
  • Hazel Faye

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Celeste or Hazel more popular?

Hazel is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Celeste at #198 in the United States.

What do Celeste and Hazel mean?

Celeste means "heavenly, of the sky" (Latin origin). Hazel means "hazel tree" (Old English origin).

Are Celeste and Hazel boy or girl names?

Celeste is primarily a girl name. Hazel is primarily a girl name.

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