Azaria
Azaria is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Helped by God.
Origin and history
Azaria is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'helped by God'. While historically a masculine name in biblical texts, it has seen increased contemporary use as a feminine name in the United States. Its modern usage reflects a trend toward melodic biblical names with spiritual significance.
Popularity in the United States
7,603 babies in the United States have been named Azaria since 1880. It ranks #1919 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #784.
States where it is most popular
- FL (9.7 %)
- TX (9.7 %)
- GA (8.5 %)
- CA (7.1 %)
- NY (6.9 %)
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 | 36 |
| 1990-2000 | 553 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,193 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,791 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,030 |
Nicknames
Aza, Zari, Ria
Fun facts
- The name derives from the Hebrew Azaryahu, meaning 'Yahweh has helped'.
- Although historically male in biblical contexts, Azaria is now widely given to girls in the United States.