Haze
Haze is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Atmospheric mist; foggy or obscured state.
Origin and history
Haze is a modern English word name referring to atmospheric mist or obscurity. While historically rare, it has seen a surge in usage in the United States in recent years as a trendy, nature-inspired choice. It appeals to parents looking for a short, distinctive, and atmospheric name.
Popularity in the United States
1,232 babies in the United States have been named Haze since 1880. It ranks #3466 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1327.
States where it is most popular
- TX (29.7 %)
- CA (18.3 %)
- UT (10.4 %)
- FL (6.9 %)
- OH (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 32 |
| 1920-1930 | 50 |
| 1930-1940 | 21 |
| 1940-1950 | 6 |
| 1950-1960 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 24 |
| 2000-2010 | 114 |
| 2010-2019 | 352 |
| 2020-2029 | 628 |
Fun facts
- Over half of all U.S. births registered with the name Haze since 1880 have occurred since 2020.
- The word haze entered the English language in the 16th century, likely back-formed from the adjective hazy.