Azeneth Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Azeneth is a name with Hebrew origins, specifically derived from 'Asenath'. It means 'belonging to the goddess Neith' and has evolved from its Hebrew form into its current English variant. The name carries biblical significance as the wife of Joseph in the Book of Genesis. It is perceived as unique and culturally rich, with some historical prominence due to its biblical roots.
The name Azeneth is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Azeneth has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Azeneth' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12822nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11400th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5425th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2215th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Azeneth' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Azeneth"
Pronunciation
/ˈæzəˌnɛθ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Azeneth is derived from the Hebrew name 'Asenath', which means 'belonging to the goddess Neith'. Neith was an ancient Egyptian goddess associated with war and hunting.
Meaning
belonging to the goddess Neith
Language Evolution
Asenath (Hebrew), Azeneth (English)
Biblical Background
Asenath is a biblical figure mentioned in the Book of Genesis as the wife of Joseph and the mother of his two sons, Ephraim and Manasseh.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Jewish and Christian traditions due to its biblical connections, especially during the Renaissance period when interest in biblical names surged.
Variants & Derivatives
Asenath, Azeneth
Modern Popularity & Image
Azeneth is considered a unique and exotic name with strong historical and cultural ties, appealing to those interested in biblical names.
Famous People
Asenath Barzani, a notable Jewish scholar and poet in the 17th century
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Azeneth"
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 "Azeneth"
"Azeneth" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12822nd of 19264 | 23 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11400th of 27321 | 75 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5425th of 35406 | 370 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2215th of 30306 | 1,010 |
Regional Popularity of "Azeneth" 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 "Azeneth" 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) |
- | - |
83.97% 2954th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
53.23% 2765th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
35.88% 2624th/7313 |
50.07% 3737th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
78.26% 3118th/3984 |
75.60% 3392nd/4487 |
26.75% 1825th/6822 |
24.38% 1530th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Azeneth"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Azeneth" 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.