Azura
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "virginal and pure."
Name Census estimates that about 882 living Americans carry the first name Azura. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Azura today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Azura births was 2024 (108 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Azura. 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
882
~ 1 in 388,610 Americans
Peak year
2024
108 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2024 SSA rank
#1,848
Tracked since 1975
Popularity
Azura: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Azura from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 394 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
Azura 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 Azura during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Azuras live
The SSA's state-level files cover 12 states and territories. Pennsylvania, Florida, California recorded the most babies named Azura, while Tennessee, North Carolina, Maryland recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 19 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Azura
The name Azura is derived from the Persian word "āzur," which means "blue" or "azure." The name's origins can be traced back to the ancient Persian culture and language, dating back to the 6th century BCE.
The name Azura was likely inspired by the vibrant blue color of the sky and the ocean, which held great significance in Persian mythology and art. The color blue was often associated with wisdom, truth, and the divine in ancient Persian culture.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Azura can be found in the ancient Persian epic poem, the Shahnameh, written by the famous poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century CE. In the poem, Azura is mentioned as the name of a beautiful and wise woman.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Azura. One such individual was Azura Begum (1515-1557), a Persian princess and the daughter of the Mughal Emperor Babur. She was known for her intelligence and her patronage of the arts.
Another notable Azura was Azura Karimi (1858-1932), an Afghan poet and writer who gained recognition for her powerful and thought-provoking works that challenged societal norms and advocated for women's rights.
In the realm of literature, Azura Edmonds (1923-2005) was a celebrated American author and poet, known for her poignant writings that explored themes of identity, love, and the human experience.
In the world of music, Azura Ishizawa (1951-), a Japanese singer and songwriter, has left an indelible mark with her soulful melodies and captivating lyrics that resonate with audiences across generations.
Lastly, Azura Khaliq (1977-), a Pakistani activist and social entrepreneur, has dedicated her life to empowering women and promoting education in underprivileged communities, earning her numerous accolades and recognition for her tireless efforts.
People
Azura + last name combinations
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FAQ
Azura: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Azura?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 882 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Azura 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 388,610 US residents.
Is Azura a common name?
We classify Azura as "Very Rare". It ranks above 89.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 890 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Azura most popular?
The single biggest year for Azura was 2024, when 108 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Azura is about 10 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Azura a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Azura 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.
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.