Haze

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Pronounced HAYZ /ˈheɪz/High

Meaning: Variously from the English word haze ('a light mist') and a short form of Hazel ('the hazel tree'); routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: A mist; the hazel tree: Haze is English. Crisp, modern, and warm. Routes layered.

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Origin LowEnglish

MeaningVariously from the English word haze ('a light mist') and a short form of Hazel ('the hazel tree'); routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#9785 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births10 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 100

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Haze comes variously from the English word haze ('a light mist') and a short form of Hazel ('the hazel tree'; routes layered, which we note). A crisp, modern name (said 'HAYZ').

In the U.S. it appears very recently as a short/word name. Rare, a-mist at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Haze is variously 'a light mist' (the English word) and a short form of Hazel ('the hazel tree') — a crisp, modern name (the routes are layered, which we note; said 'HAYZ').

Overall data confidence 26%

References — Haze — English; routes layered

Variations

HayzeHazel

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Haze mean?

Haze is variously 'a light mist' (the English word) and a short form of Hazel ('the hazel tree'); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Haze?

It's said HAYZ /ˈheɪz/ — one syllable.

Is Haze a boy or girl name?

Haze is a girl's name here (it is also used for boys).

How popular is Haze?

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