Find out how popular the first name Azelie has been for the last 14 years (from 2010 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Azelie by gender

Based on the last 14 years of data, Azelie is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 39 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Azelie.

The history of the first name Azelie

Azelie is a French given name with roots in the ancient region of Aquitaine in southwestern France. The name derives from the Occitan language spoken in this area, originating from the Occitan word "azalée," meaning rhododendron or azalea flower. The earliest recorded use of Azelie as a given name dates back to the 16th century.

During the Middle Ages, the Occitan language and culture flourished in the region of Aquitaine, which was ruled by the powerful Counts of Poitiers and later became an English territory under the Plantagenet dynasty. It is possible that the name Azelie emerged during this period, reflecting the local flora and natural surroundings.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Azelie was Azelie de Rouillac (1597-1668), a French noblewoman and abbess of the Benedictine convent of Notre-Dame de Thouars in the Poitou region. Her life and legacy were documented in historical records of the time.

In the 18th century, Azelie Lenoir (1743-1807) was a French watercolorist and miniaturist known for her portraits of aristocratic figures during the Ancien Régime. Her works are preserved in various museums and collections throughout France.

Another notable figure was Azelie Bouquet (1836-1918), a French Catholic nun who founded the Congregation of the Oblates of the Assumption in Nimes, France. She was canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church in 1995.

In the 20th century, Azelie Deschamps (1898-1982) was a French pianist and composer who performed extensively throughout Europe and composed works for piano, chamber ensembles, and orchestras.

Azelie Malval (1923-2016) was a Haitian politician and activist who served as the first female mayor of Port-au-Prince from 1950 to 1956, paving the way for women's participation in Haitian politics.

While the name Azelie has remained relatively uncommon throughout history, it has maintained a presence in various francophone regions, particularly in France and parts of the former French colonial territories. Its origins in the Occitan language and connection to the natural world have contributed to its enduring charm and cultural significance.

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