Hazel

Hazel Grace Lancaster was the main character in John Green’s ‘The Fault In Our Stars’ and had us weeping by the end of the book. This name is taken from the Old English word ‘haesel’ and tthe meaning of Hazel is 'the hazel tree'. The word hazel also refers to the colour, which is a light reddish-brown hue. The Hazel tree, as per the Celtic legends, is believed to be a symbol of creativity and unbound knowledge. Fionn Mac Cumhaill, who was a famous and mighty hunter warrior in Celtic mythology, is said to have gained all of her wisdom and knowledge about the universe by eating hazelnuts. The hazel tree has also been a great inspiration for poetry, literature and art. There have been a few famous people with the name Hazel, such as British politician Hazel Blears and American Olympic athlete Hazel Mae Clark. Julia Roberts also named one of her twins Hazel.

Gender

Girl

Meaning

the hazelnut tree

Origin

English

Numerology

H is for hand, that you always give.

A is for accomplished, in all that you do.

Z is for zeal, your zest for life.

E is for expressive, not one to hold within.

L is for love, your love of life!

Lucky

Hazel lucky number is 7.

The detectives of numerology, 7 is known for its investigative abilities and analytical skills. Astrologically, the number 7 can be thought of as a blend of Virgo and Scorpio energy: 7 is extremely detail-oriented, but is driven by inner-wisdom as opposed to tangible realities.

Famous People Named Hazel

• Cleo Madison (born Lulu Bailey) American silent film actress
• Cléopatra Diane "Cléo" de Mérode French Belle Époque dancer
• Cleouna "Cleo" Moore American actress
• Cleo pseudonym of Clementina Cote, French neo,impressionist painter
• Cleo stage name of Joanna Klepko, Polish pop singer

Hazel in Pop Culture

• Hazel Cahn character in game "Dream Daddy"
• Sister Hazel American pop/rock band
• "Hazel " Bob Dylan song
• Hazel main character in the animated series “Infinity Train”