Find out how popular the first name Azir has been for the last 23 years (from 2001 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Azir by gender

Based on the last 23 years of data, Azir is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 52 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Azir.

The history of the first name Azir

The name Azir is of Arabic origin, derived from the root word "aziz," meaning "powerful," "mighty," or "victorious." It has its roots in the ancient Arabic culture and language, which can be traced back to the 6th century CE.

Azir was a relatively uncommon name during the early Islamic period, but it gained popularity among Arab rulers and nobles who associated it with strength and power. One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Azir can be found in the writings of the famous Arab historian and scholar, Ibn Khaldun (1332-1406 CE), who mentioned an influential figure named Azir ibn Abi Bakr.

In the 15th century, Azir became more widespread among the ruling class of the Ottoman Empire. One notable bearer of the name was Azir Agha, a powerful military commander and statesman who served under the Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II (1432-1481 CE) during the conquest of Constantinople in 1453.

During the 19th century, the name Azir gained further recognition in the Arab world. One of the most famous individuals with this name was Azir Pasha (1819-1900), an influential Ottoman statesman and diplomat who served as the Grand Vizier (Prime Minister) of the Ottoman Empire from 1876 to 1877.

Another notable figure was Azir Khan (1834-1901), a prominent Afghan ruler and military leader who played a significant role in the Second Anglo-Afghan War (1878-1880) against the British Empire.

In the 20th century, Azir remained a popular name in various Arab and Muslim communities. One of the most well-known bearers of this name was Azir Nasri (1921-2008), an acclaimed Egyptian actor and director who had a prolific career in Arabic cinema, spanning over six decades.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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