Azariah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Azariah is a Hebrew name meaning 'Yah has helped'. It evolved from Azaryah and has historical significance in biblical texts. The name is associated with divine assistance and has seen varied usage throughout history, particularly in religious contexts. Its perception today is largely positive, and it is considered a distinctive choice for a name.

The name Azariah is most popular in New Mexico, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Azariah has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for female in South, too falling for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Azariah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8221st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4889th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1725th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 690th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12556th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1355th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 771st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Azariah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Azariah"

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Pronunciation

/ˌæz.əˈraɪ.ə/

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Origin

Hebrew

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Etymology

The name Azariah is derived from the Hebrew name 'Azaryah', meaning 'Yah has helped' or 'God has helped'.

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Meaning

Yah has helped

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Language Evolution

Azaryah, Azariah, Esdras

Biblical Background

Azariah is a biblical name found in the Old Testament, belonging to several figures, including one of the three Hebrew youths in the Book of Daniel.

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Historical Usage

The name Azariah gained popularity among Hebrew-speaking communities and later among Christian populations due to its biblical connections.

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Variants & Derivatives

Azar, Zariah, Azaiah

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Modern Popularity & Image

Today, Azariah is viewed positively, often associated with strength and divine support, and has gained some modern popularity as a unique name.

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Famous People

Azariah ben Menahem, Azariah of Khorasan

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Azariah"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Azariah"

"Azariah" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 8221st of 10718 16
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 4889th of 16616 150
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1725th of 24088 1,237
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 690th of 23106 4,503
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 12556th of 27321 61
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 1355th of 35406 2,524
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 771st of 30306 4,335

Regional Popularity of "Azariah" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
100.00%
1970th/1970
100.00%
1990th/1990
100.00%
1888th/1888
100.00%
1434th/1434
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
100.00%
777th/777
100.00%
811th/811
100.00%
746th/746
100.00%
543rd/543

Regional Popularity of "Azariah" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
100.00%
1466th/1466
100.00%
1424th/1424
100.00%
1028th/1028
100.00%
2098th/2098
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
100.00%
825th/825
100.00%
854th/854
100.00%
672nd/672
100.00%
888th/888

State-by-State Popularity of "Azariah"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Azariah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.