Hazel vs Lila

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lila

Girl #207 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"divine play"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

English Indian Persian Arabic German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#207
Total SSA Count
1,475
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Li, Lee

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Hazel Rank #19
Lila Rank #207

Hazel is more popular, ranked #19 vs #207 for Lila.

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

Lila ___

  • Lila Rose
  • Lila Mae
  • Lila Jane
  • Lila Grace
  • Lila Pearl
  • Lila Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hazel

Violet Jasper Iris Arlo Pearl

If you choose Lila

Iris Hazel Flora Jasper Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hazel or Lila more popular?

Hazel is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Lila at #207 in the United States.

What do Hazel and Lila mean?

Hazel means "hazel tree" (Old English origin). Lila means "divine play" (Sanskrit origin).

Are Hazel and Lila boy or girl names?

Hazel is primarily a girl name. Lila is primarily a girl name.

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