Azarria
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly derived from Azaria.
Name Census estimates that about 128 living Americans carry the first name Azarria. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Azarria today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Azarria births was 2007 (12 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Azarria. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
128
~ 1 in 2,677,768 Americans
Peak year
2007
12 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2023 SSA rank
#15,526
Tracked since 2001
Popularity
Azarria: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Azarria from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 70 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Azarria by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Azarria during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Azarria
The name Azarria is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, with roots tracing back to the medieval era. It is derived from the Arabic word "azr," which means "precious" or "valuable." The name is thought to have been prevalent in the regions of the Middle East and North Africa during the height of the Islamic Golden Age, when Arabic culture and language flourished.
In its earliest known usage, the name Azarria was often associated with individuals of high social standing or those who possessed remarkable talents or qualities. It was considered a name befitting of nobility, scholars, or individuals who made significant contributions to their communities.
While there are no clear historical records of the name appearing in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is believed that Azarria was a name used by several notable figures throughout the Middle Ages and the Renaissance period.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Azarria was a renowned poet and philosopher who lived in the 12th century in the city of Cordoba, which was then part of the Almoravid Empire. This Azarria was celebrated for her insightful works on love, nature, and the human condition.
In the 14th century, there was an Azarria who served as a trusted adviser to the Sultan of the Mamluk Sultanate in Egypt. This Azarria was known for her wisdom, diplomacy, and dedication to promoting cultural exchange and understanding between different civilizations.
During the Renaissance, an Azarria from the city of Granada in Spain gained recognition as a skilled artisan and architect. Her intricate designs and architectural works were highly acclaimed and can still be seen in some of the historic buildings of the region.
In the 17th century, an Azarria from Persia (modern-day Iran) was a respected physician and scholar who made significant contributions to the field of medicine. Her writings on herbal remedies and natural treatments were widely studied and influenced medical practices across the region.
Another notable Azarria from the 18th century was a prominent activist and advocate for women's education in the Ottoman Empire. She established several schools and institutions dedicated to providing educational opportunities for girls and women, challenging societal norms of the time.
While the name Azarria may have faded in popularity over the centuries, its rich history and meaning as a "precious" or "valuable" name continue to resonate, serving as a reminder of the remarkable individuals who bore this name throughout various eras and cultures.
People
Azarria + last name combinations
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FAQ
Azarria: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Azarria?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 128 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Azarria going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,677,768 US residents.
Is Azarria a common name?
We classify Azarria as "Very Rare". It ranks above 68.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 129 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Azarria most popular?
The single biggest year for Azarria was 2007, when 12 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Azarria is about 16 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Azarria in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Azarria a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Azarria in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Azarria still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Azarria in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Azarria can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Azarria?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.