Azucena
Azucena is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Madonna lily or white lily.
Origin and history
Azucena is a classic Spanish name of Arabic origin meaning madonna lily. It derived from the Arabic word al-susana, which passed into the Spanish language during the Moorish period. In the United States, it remains a charming and distinct botanical choice predominantly chosen within Spanish-speaking families.
Popularity in the United States
3,783 babies in the United States have been named Azucena since 1880. It ranks #2871 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1870.
States where it is most popular
- CA (62.7 %)
- TX (23.7 %)
- IL (3.6 %)
- AZ (2.9 %)
- GA (2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 16 |
| 1950-1960 | 18 |
| 1960-1970 | 62 |
| 1970-1980 | 258 |
| 1980-1990 | 417 |
| 1990-2000 | 878 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,330 |
| 2010-2019 | 558 |
| 2020-2029 | 231 |
Famous people named Azucena
- Azucena Villaflor: Human rights activist, Social movement leader
Nicknames
Zuce, Zuzy, Suzi
Fun facts
- The name came into Spanish from the Arabic word al-susana, which shares roots with the Hebrew name Susan.
- Azucena is a prominent character in Giuseppe Verdi's famous 1853 opera Il Trovatore.