The name Hasel is of German origin and means "hazel". It is derived from the Middle High German word "hasel", which referred to the hazel tree and its nuts. The hazel tree was considered sacred by many ancient cultures, including the Celts, who believed it had mystical powers. In Germany, the name Hasel has been used for centuries and was particularly popular during the Middle Ages. Today, it is still a common name in Germany but has not gained widespread popularity elsewhere. Despite its historic roots, the name Hasel does not have any specific historical figures or events associated with it. It is simply a name that has been passed down through generations of German families.
Here are some statistics about the name Hasel in the United States based on birth records from 1889 to 1930:
From 1889 to 1930, there were a total of 400 babies born with the name Hasel. The popularity of the name varied greatly throughout this period.
In the early years recorded (1889-1905), the number of births with the name Hasel hovered around an average of 7 to 13 births per year. However, starting from 1906, there was a noticeable increase in popularity, reaching a peak of 21 births in 1916.
The years between 1917 and 1924 saw consistent popularity for the name Hasel, with an average of around 15 births per year. After this period, the popularity started to decline again, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1925 onwards. The lowest point was reached in 1930, with only 5 babies named Hasel.
Overall, these statistics show that while the name Hasel experienced periods of popularity and decline over time, it remained a relatively uncommon name throughout this period in the United States.