Azilda
A feminine name of unknown origin, potentially derived from Spanish.
Name Census estimates that about 0 living Americans carry the first name Azilda. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Azilda today is around 0 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Azilda births was 1916 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Azilda. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Azilda. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
0
~ - Americans
Peak year
1916
7 babies that year
Average age
-
1919 SSA rank
#3,865
Tracked since 1889
Popularity
Azilda: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Azilda from the 1880s through to the 1910s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1910s, with 19 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Azilda 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 Azilda 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 Azilda
The name Azilda is believed to have originated from the Portuguese language, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Germanic elements "aza" meaning "respectable" and "hild" meaning "battle," forming a compound name that signifies "respectable battle."
This name was particularly popular in Portugal during the Middle Ages, and it is speculated that it may have been inspired by the brave female warriors who fought alongside men in defense of their lands and kingdoms. Variations of the name, such as Azilda and Azelda, can be found in ancient Portuguese records and manuscripts.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Azilda can be traced back to the 12th century, when a noblewoman named Azilda de Sousa was mentioned in the chronicles of the Kingdom of Portugal. She was known for her bravery and leadership during times of conflict.
In the 15th century, Azilda Fernandes was a prominent figure in Portuguese history, renowned for her contributions to the development of the country's maritime exploration and trade. She was a skilled navigator and cartographer who played a crucial role in mapping uncharted territories.
Another notable figure bearing the name Azilda was Azilda de Almeida, a 16th-century Portuguese poet and writer whose works celebrated the beauty of her homeland and explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality.
In the realm of literature, the name Azilda appears in the epic poem "Os Lusíadas" by the renowned Portuguese writer Luís de Camões, published in 1572. The character of Azilda is depicted as a courageous and virtuous woman who embodies the spirit of the Portuguese people.
Lastly, in the 18th century, Azilda Maria da Conceição was a respected artist and painter from Portugal, known for her exquisite portraits and religious artwork that adorned churches and monasteries throughout the country.
While the name Azilda may not be as widely used today as it once was, its rich historical significance and connection to Portuguese culture and bravery make it a unique and captivating name that carries the weight of centuries of tradition and valor.
People
Azilda + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Azilda as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Azilda: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Azilda?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 0 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Azilda 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 - US residents.
Is Azilda a common name?
We classify Azilda as "Very Rare". It ranks above 2.9% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 29 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Azilda most popular?
The single biggest year for Azilda was 1916, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Azilda is about 0 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 Azilda in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Azilda a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Azilda 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 Azilda still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Azilda 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 Azilda 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 common is the name Azilda?
See how many people have the name Azilda on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.