Azaria
Of Hebrew origin, meaning "helper of God" or "he whom God helps".
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 137 Americans carry the last name Azaria. That puts it at #153,769 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,501,856 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Azaria surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
137
1 in 2,501,856
Census rank
#153,769
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
106
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 106 bearers of the surname Azaria in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 153769th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Azaria, the largest self-reported group is White at 74.5%. The next largest groups are Black (14.2%) and Hispanic (9.4%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Azaria
The surname AZARIA originated in the Middle East, likely from the ancient Hebrew language. It is believed to have derived from the Hebrew name Azariah, which means "Yahweh has helped." The name has been in use since biblical times and is mentioned in several books of the Old Testament.
One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name AZARIA was Azariah, a high priest in Jerusalem during the reign of King Solomon in the 10th century BCE. He is mentioned in the Book of Chronicles as being a faithful servant of God.
Another notable figure with the name AZARIA was Azariah de' Rossi, an Italian Jewish scholar who lived from 1511 to 1578. He was a renowned historian and wrote extensively on Jewish history and culture.
In the 17th century, the name AZARIA appears in records from the Ottoman Empire. One example is Azaria Bey, a Turkish diplomat who served as the ambassador to England from 1637 to 1641.
During the 19th century, the name AZARIA was found among Jewish communities in Europe and North Africa. One notable bearer was Elijah ben Solomon Zalman, also known as the Gaon of Vilna (1720-1797), a famous Lithuanian Rabbi and scholar.
Another prominent figure with the surname AZARIA was Haim Azaria, a Moroccan-born Israeli politician who served as a member of the Knesset (Israeli parliament) from 1949 to 1969. He was a leading figure in the Sephardic Jewish community in Israel.
Over time, the spelling and pronunciation of the name AZARIA have evolved, with variations such as Azariah, Azaryahu, and Azaryah appearing in different regions and cultures. However, the core meaning and origin of the name have remained consistent, reflecting its ancient Hebrew roots.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Azaria
Among Census respondents with the surname Azaria, the largest self-reported group is White at 74.5%. The next largest groups are Black (14.2%) and Hispanic (9.4%).
The bar chart below shows how Azaria bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Azaria surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White74.5%
- Black or African American14.2%
- Hispanic or Latino9.4%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Azaria surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #153,769 | #153,769 | 0.0% |
| Count | 106 | 106 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Azaria bearers went from 106 to 106 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #153,769 to #153,769.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Azaria
FAQ
Azaria surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Azaria?
The surname Azaria holds position #153,769 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 137 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Azaria surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Azaria, the largest self-reported group is White at 74.5%. The next largest groups are Black (14.2%) and Hispanic (9.4%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.