Azrael
Azrael is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Whom God helps or help of God.
Origin and history
Azrael is a name of Hebrew origin traditionally associated with the Angel of Death in Judeo-Christian and Islamic traditions. Though historically rare in the Western world, it has seen a dramatic increase in modern usage in the United States since 2020. Parents today are often drawn to its distinctive, gothic sound and dramatic literary flair.
Popularity in the United States
3,188 babies in the United States have been named Azrael since 1880. It ranks #2280 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #718.
States where it is most popular
- TX (25.3 %)
- CA (19.2 %)
- FL (8.1 %)
- AZ (6 %)
- PA (3.7 %)
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 | 195 |
| 2010-2019 | 924 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,052 |
Fun facts
- Azrael is traditionally known across Abrahamic religions as the archangel responsible for guiding souls after death.
- More than half of all U.S. birth records for Azrael have occurred since 2020, showing a rapid recent increase in interest.