Azariah
Azariah is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Helped by Yahweh (God).
Origin and history
Azariah is a biblical name of Hebrew origin meaning 'helped by God'. Traditionally borne by male figures in the Old Testament, it has risen in usage as a contemporary feminine name in the United States in recent years. It offers a soft, melodic sound with strong historical roots.
Popularity in the United States
7,389 babies in the United States have been named Azariah since 1880. It ranks #1956 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #652.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12.5 %)
- FL (10.3 %)
- CA (9 %)
- GA (7.3 %)
- NY (6 %)
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 | 193 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,631 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,947 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,618 |
Fun facts
- The name is shared by more than twenty distinct individuals mentioned in the Bible.
- While historically predominantly male, the name has gained significant traction as a feminine name in the United States since 2000.