Esther vs Hazel
Comparing Esther and Hazel? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Esther ranks in the Top 500 tier and traces to Persian naming roots (meaning "Star"). Hazel sits in the Top 500 tier with English origins (meaning "Hazelnut tree").
Esther
- Meaning: Star
- Origin: Persian
- Popularity (2026): Top 500
- Full Esther name page
Hazel
- Meaning: Hazelnut tree
- Origin: English
- Popularity (2026): Top 500
- Full Hazel name page
Which name is more popular: Esther or Hazel?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Esther ranks higher (Top 500) than Hazel (Top 500).