Azaan
Azaan is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Call to prayer; announcement.
Origin and history
Azaan is a traditional male name derived from Arabic, referring to the Islamic call to prayer. While historically less common in the West, its usage in the United States has gradually increased in recent years. It offers a distinct sound and profound cultural resonance for many families.
Popularity in the United States
1,277 babies in the United States have been named Azaan since 1880. It ranks #3427 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1460.
States where it is most popular
- NY (38 %)
- TX (17.9 %)
- CA (16 %)
- NJ (10.3 %)
- VA (8.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 17 |
| 2000-2010 | 200 |
| 2010-2019 | 585 |
| 2020-2029 | 475 |
Fun facts
- In Islamic tradition, the Azaan is the formal call to worship recited by the muezzin from the mosque.
- The name is commonly transliterated in English as both Azaan and Adhan depending on regional Arabic pronunciation dialects.