Azai Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Azai is a Hebrew name meaning 'strength' or 'helper'. It has evolved from its original Hebrew form to modern usage, reflecting traits of support and resilience. While it does not have a notable biblical background, it has gained popularity in recent decades as a unique name choice.
The name Azai is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast 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, Azai has been stalled 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, 'Azai' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13079th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1624th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23432nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Azai' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Azai"
Pronunciation
/əˈzaɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Azai is derived from the Hebrew name 'Azai', which means 'strength' or 'helper'. It is often associated with the biblical context, representing the idea of divine support and strength.
Meaning
strength, helper
Language Evolution
Hebrew: עֲזַי (ʿAzay), Anglicized: Azai
Historical Usage
The name Azai has seen a moderate increase in popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly among families looking for unique names with biblical significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Azai, Azay
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Azai is perceived as a unique and modern name choice that conveys strength and support. It has a positive connotation and is often favored by parents seeking distinct names for their children.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Azai"
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 "Azai"
"Azai" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 13079th of 24088 | 46 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1624th of 23106 | 1,219 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 23432nd of 30306 | 15 |
Regional Popularity of "Azai" 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) |
43.85% 1747th/3984 |
24.87% 1116th/4487 |
20.93% 1428th/6822 |
28.98% 1819th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Azai" 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 "Azai"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Azai" 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.