Hazel vs Ivy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ivy

Girl #36 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ivy plant, climbing vine"

Origin: Old English ifig

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#36
Total SSA Count
5,323
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ives

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Popularity Comparison

Hazel Rank #19
Ivy Rank #36

Hazel is more popular, ranked #19 vs #36 for Ivy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hazel ___

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

Ivy ___

  • Ivy Rose
  • Ivy Mae
  • Ivy Grace
  • Ivy Jean
  • Ivy Claire
  • Ivy Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hazel

Violet Jasper Iris Arlo Pearl

If you choose Ivy

Violet Hazel Jasper Willow Clover

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hazel or Ivy more popular?

Hazel is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Ivy at #36 in the United States.

What do Hazel and Ivy mean?

Hazel means "hazel tree" (Old English origin). Ivy means "ivy plant, climbing vine" (Old English ifig origin).

Are Hazel and Ivy boy or girl names?

Hazel is primarily a girl name. Ivy is primarily a girl name.

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