Hazel vs Penelope

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hazel

Girl #19 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hazel tree"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#19
Total SSA Count
6,401
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Haze

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Hazel Rank #19
Penelope Rank #28

Hazel is more popular, ranked #19 vs #28 for Penelope.

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

Penelope ___

  • Penelope Rose
  • Penelope Jane
  • Penelope Claire
  • Penelope Grace
  • Penelope Anne
  • Penelope Joy

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hazel or Penelope more popular?

Hazel is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Penelope at #28 in the United States.

What do Hazel and Penelope mean?

Hazel means "hazel tree" (Old English origin). Penelope means "weaver, one who weaves" (Greek penelops origin).

Are Hazel and Penelope boy or girl names?

Hazel is primarily a girl name. Penelope is primarily a girl name.

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