Azael Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Azael has Hebrew origins, meaning 'God is my strength'. It evolved from biblical contexts, particularly linked to the figure Azazel, and reflects traits of strength and divine connection. The name lacks extensive historical usage outside religious contexts, but it is perceived positively in modern times. Notable individuals with the name include Azael Ruiz and Azael Mendez.
The name Azael is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Azael has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Azael' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5530th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1925th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1058th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Azael' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Azael"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪzeɪəl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Azael is derived from the Hebrew elements 'az' meaning 'strength' and 'el' meaning 'God'. Thus, Azael can be interpreted as 'God is my strength'.
Meaning
God is my strength
Language Evolution
Azael, Azazel
Biblical Background
Azael is often associated with Azazel, a figure mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the context of the Day of Atonement, representing a scapegoat.
Historical Usage
The name Azael has been used in various religious and cultural contexts, particularly among Jewish communities, and it gained popularity as a name reflecting strength and divine connection.
Variants & Derivatives
Azazel, Azael, Azzael
Modern Popularity & Image
Azael is regarded as a unique and strong name, often appealing to those seeking a connection to biblical traditions or distinctive names.
Famous People
Azael Ruiz, Azael Mendez
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Azael"
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 "Azael"
"Azael" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5530th of 16616 | 122 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1925th of 24088 | 1,044 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1058th of 23106 | 2,342 |
Regional Popularity of "Azael" 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) |
- | - |
47.75% 2480th/5194 |
45.80% 2893rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
57.14% 2618th/4582 |
- |
19.38% 1417th/7313 |
17.41% 1299th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
38.65% 1540th/3984 |
52.17% 2341st/4487 |
13.52% 922nd/6822 |
12.19% 765th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Azael" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Azael"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Azael" 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.