Arizona Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Arizona has Spanish origins, derived from the O'odham word for 'small spring'. It has evolved through various languages, reflecting its indigenous roots and Spanish influence. The name gained recognition when Arizona became a U.S. territory and state, and it is currently associated with natural beauty and outdoor activities. There is no biblical relevance connected to the name.
The name Arizona is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Arizona has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Arizona' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6687th out of 7545 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9965th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11564th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12223rd out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1199th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2371st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6731st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7589th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3551st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1826th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Arizona' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arizona"
Pronunciation
/ˌɛrɪˈzoʊnə/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Arizona is derived from the Spanish word 'Arizonac', which itself is thought to have originated from the O'odham word 'ali sonak', meaning 'small spring'.
Meaning
small spring
Language Evolution
O'odham (native language), Spanish, English
Historical Usage
The name Arizona gained popularity in the United States in the late 19th century, particularly after it became a territory in 1863 and later a state in 1912.
Variants & Derivatives
Ari, Rizona, Zona
Modern Popularity & Image
Arizona is often associated with warm weather, desert landscapes, and outdoor recreational activities, contributing to its positive perception.
Famous People
George W. P. Hunt, Barry Goldwater, Cesar Chavez
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arizona"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Arizona"
"Arizona" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9965th of 16616 | 33 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11564th of 24088 | 62 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12223rd of 23106 | 48 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1199th of 9107 | 709 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2371st of 9204 | 242 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6731st of 12526 | 56 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7589th of 27321 | 151 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3551st of 35406 | 667 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1826th of 30306 | 1,358 |
Regional Popularity of "Arizona" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Arizona" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
47.25% 1118th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
67.57% 1590th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
78.00% 3574th/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
63.71% 4659th/7313 |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.42% 1491st/3984 |
65.79% 2952nd/4487 |
28.25% 1927th/6822 |
36.39% 2284th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arizona"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arizona" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.