Haizlee
A modern invented name possibly meaning "prosperous meadow".
Name Census estimates that about 462 living Americans carry the first name Haizlee. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Haizlee today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Haizlee births was 2023 (69 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Haizlee. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
462
~ 1 in 741,893 Americans
Peak year
2023
69 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,182
Tracked since 2012
Popularity
Haizlee: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Haizlee from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 283 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Haizlee by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Haizlee during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Haizlees live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. Texas, Utah, Indiana recorded the most babies named Haizlee, while Wisconsin, Ohio, Louisiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 14 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Haizlee
The given name Haizlee finds its origins in the Gaelic language, predominantly spoken in Scotland and Ireland. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century. The name is rooted in the ancient Gaelic words "haiz," meaning "hazy" or "misty," and "lee," which translates to "meadow" or "field." Thus, the name Haizlee could be interpreted as "hazy meadow" or "misty field."
While there are no direct historical references to the name Haizlee in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is likely that the name evolved from similar Gaelic names such as Haisley or Hazel. These names were commonly used in the Scottish Highlands and Irish regions during the Middle Ages.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Haizlee can be traced back to the 16th century, where it appeared in various Scottish and Irish genealogical records. One notable individual was Haizlee MacGregor, a Scottish noblewoman born in 1542, who played a significant role in the clan wars of the time.
Throughout history, several other individuals have borne the name Haizlee. In the 17th century, Haizlee O'Malley (1623-1685) was an Irish pirate and trader, renowned for her daring exploits on the high seas. During the 18th century, Haizlee Campbell (1712-1794) was a Scottish botanist and explorer who documented numerous plant species in the Americas.
In the 19th century, Haizlee Sinclair (1841-1908) was a Scottish novelist and poet, known for her vivid descriptions of the Highland landscapes. Another notable figure was Haizlee Fitzpatrick (1879-1964), an Irish suffragette and activist who campaigned for women's rights and social reforms.
More recently, in the 20th century, Haizlee MacKenzie (1912-1998) was a Scottish actress who appeared in several Hollywood films during the Golden Age of cinema.
While the name Haizlee may have fallen out of widespread use in recent times, its rich history and cultural significance remain deeply rooted in the Celtic traditions of Scotland and Ireland. The name evokes a sense of mystery and natural beauty, reflecting the misty meadows and rolling fields of the rugged landscapes from which it originated.
People
Haizlee + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Haizlee as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with H
Other first names starting with H with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Haizlee: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Haizlee?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 462 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Haizlee going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 741,893 US residents.
Is Haizlee a common name?
We classify Haizlee as "Very Rare". It ranks above 83.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 465 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Haizlee most popular?
The single biggest year for Haizlee was 2023, when 69 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Haizlee is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Haizlee a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Haizlee in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.