Azariah
Azariah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Azariah
Root meaning: “Yahweh has helped”
- A male given name from Hebrew.
- A female given name from Hebrew of modern usage.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hebrew עֲזַרְיָה (“Yahweh has helped”).
How popular is Azariah?
Since 1880, 7,389 girls and 6,558 boys in the U.S. have been named Azariah (53% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #563 in 2023. Its highest rank for boys was #472 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #630 for girls, with 1,108 babies given the name.
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Azariah FAQ
What does the name Azariah mean?
Azariah traces back to a root meaning "Yahweh has helped". A male given name from Hebrew. A female given name from Hebrew of modern usage. Borrowed from Hebrew עֲזַרְיָה (“Yahweh has helped”).
What is the origin of the name Azariah?
Azariah is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Azariah?
Since 1880, 7,389 girls and 6,558 boys in the U.S. have been named Azariah (53% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #563 in 2023. Its highest rank for boys was #472 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #630 for girls, with 1,108 babies given the name.
Is Azariah a boy or girl name?
Azariah is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (7,389 girls and 6,558 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.