Hazel Pet Name
Hazel is a popular pet name, especially for dogs. Find out what Hazel means, how popular it is, which pets and breeds commonly have the name, and discover similar names.
Hazel at a glance
How popular is Hazel as a pet name?
Hazel is one of the more commonly used pet name in our database.
#81
Dog Name
#129
Cat Name
2,103
Pet Records
Hazel pet name popularity over time
Is Hazel a boy or girl pet name?
Based on the pet records in our database:
Hazel is more commonly used for female pets, but it may also be used for both.
Is Hazel more popular for dogs or cats?
Which dog breeds are commonly named Hazel?
Based on the available breed data, Hazel appears among:
What does the name Hazel mean?
Hazel means "Hazelnut tree, light brown" and comes from English (Germanic).
The name is associated with classic, nature, color, which makes it a popular choice for pets.
Hazel nicknames
What kind of pet name is Hazel?
Hazel fits these categories:
Hazel as a human name
Hazel is also used as a human name. Ranked #31 for girls in the US (SSA 2024)
Famous pets named Hazel
Name insights for Hazel
Where does our pet-name data come from?
PetNamesGenerator's popularity information is based on publicly available pet datasets and other documented sources.
Data coverage
2008 — 2026
Pet records analyzed
2,103
Last updated
2026-09-16