Azalee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Azalee has Greek origins, meaning 'dry' and is also linked to the beautiful azalea flower. The name has evolved through history from Azaleus to its modern form, Azalee, and embodies traits of beauty and uniqueness. It does not have direct biblical relevance, but has gained modern popularity as an elegant choice.
The name Azalee is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. 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, Azalee has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Azalee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1275th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1829th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4373rd 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 23525th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14023rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6518th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Azalee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Azalee"
Pronunciation
/ˈæz.ə.li/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Azalee derives from the Greek word 'azaleos,' which means 'dry' or 'parched.' It is also associated with the flowering plant, the azalea, which symbolizes beauty and temperance.
Meaning
dry, parched, beauty, temperance
Language Evolution
Azaleus (Greek), Azalee (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Azalee has gained popularity in the 20th and 21st centuries, largely influenced by the beauty of the azalea flower and its association with femininity.
Variants & Derivatives
Azalia, Azaliah, Aza
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Azalee is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with floral beauty and grace. It is relatively uncommon, which adds to its charm.
Famous People
Azalee M. Arguello, an American artist, Azalee A. McGowan, an influential botanist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Azalee"
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 "Azalee"
"Azalee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1275th of 9107 | 645 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1829th of 9204 | 367 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4373rd of 12526 | 153 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 23525th of 27321 | 10 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14023rd of 35406 | 88 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6518th of 30306 | 221 |
Regional Popularity of "Azalee" 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 "Azalee" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
32.67% 773rd/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
40.42% 951st/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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59.24% 1690th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Azalee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Azalee" 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.