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Hazal

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Pronounced hah-ZAHL /hɑˈzɑl/Medium

Meaning: A Turkish name meaning 'hazelnut; hazel tree' (also linked in some readings to Hagar). A botanical heritage name we note respectfully.Low

In 30 seconds: A botanical Turkish name: Hazal means 'hazelnut; hazel tree' (said 'hah-ZAHL'). Nature-bright and warm.
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Origin MediumTurkish
MeaningA Turkish name meaning 'hazelnut; hazel tree' (also linked in some readings to Hagar). A botanical heritage name we note respectfully.
U.S. rank (2025)#7621 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births14 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 80

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202520022025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Hazal is a Turkish name for 'hazelnut; hazel tree,' with some readings linking it to Hagar (readings vary, which we note). It is nature-bright and warm — a heritage name we note respectfully, rare in the U.S. (said 'hah-ZAHL').

In the U.S. it appears very rarely, more familiar in Turkey. Rare, botanical, and warm.

Did you know? Hazal is a Turkish name meaning 'hazelnut; hazel tree' (some readings also tie it to Hagar) — a warm, botanical name we note respectfully (said 'hah-ZAHL').
Overall data confidence 46%
References — Hazal — Turkish 'hazelnut; hazel tree'; readings vary; noted respectfully

Variations

HazanHazelHazall

Nicknames

HazZali

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Hazal mean?

Hazal is a Turkish name meaning 'hazelnut; hazel tree'; some readings also tie it to Hagar, which we note.

How do you pronounce Hazal?

It's said hah-ZAHL /hɑˈzɑl/ — two syllables, stress on the last.

Is Hazal a boy or girl name?

Hazal is a girl's name.

How popular is Hazal?

Hazal is a very rare name in the U.S.

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