Azlan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Azlan originates from Turkish and Arabic, meaning 'lion'. It evolved from the Old Turkic form 'Aslan' to its modern usage as 'Azlan'. The name is associated with traits of strength and courage, and it has no direct biblical relevance. Azlan has gained popularity in contemporary culture, representing leadership and bravery.
The name Azlan is most popular in Virginia, 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 gaining 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, Azlan 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, 'Azlan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6520th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1952nd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 32148th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Azlan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Azlan"
Pronunciation
/ˈæz.lən/
Origin
Turkish/Arabic
Etymology
The name Azlan is derived from the Turkish word 'aslan', which means 'lion'. In Arabic, it is also associated with strength and courage.
Meaning
lion
Language Evolution
Aslan (Old Turkic), Aslan (Turkish), Azlan (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
The name Azlan has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in Turkish and Islamic cultures, as it symbolizes bravery and leadership.
Variants & Derivatives
Aslan, Azlan, Aslann
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Azlan is perceived as a strong and noble name, often associated with leaders and courageous figures.
Famous People
Aslan Maskhadov (Chechen leader), Aslan Karatsev (Russian tennis player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Azlan"
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 "Azlan"
"Azlan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6520th of 24088 | 176 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1952nd of 23106 | 927 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 32148th of 35406 | 8 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Azlan" 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) |
- | - | - |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
49.27% 1963rd/3984 |
30.91% 1387th/4487 |
26.97% 1840th/6822 |
29.49% 1851st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Azlan" 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 "Azlan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Azlan" 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.