Azucena Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Azucena is a name of Spanish and Arabic origin, meaning 'lily.' It evolved from the Arabic word 'al-lilum,' highlighting its floral connotation. The name is associated with beauty and purity, and while it does not have biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the 19th century in Spanish-speaking regions. Variants include Zucena and Azucenita, and it is currently perceived as elegant. Notable individuals with this name include Azucena Maizani and Azucena de la Vega.
The name Azucena is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West 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, Azucena 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, 'Azucena' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 9107th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6704th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6387th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3346th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2003rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1755th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3567th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Azucena' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Azucena"
Pronunciation
/aθuˈθena/
Origin
Spanish, Arabic
Etymology
The name Azucena is derived from the Arabic word 'al-lilum,' which refers to a type of flower, specifically the Madonna Lily. In Spanish, it is commonly associated with the beauty and purity of the flower.
Meaning
lily
Language Evolution
Al-lilum (Arabic), Azucena (Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly in the 19th century, as a symbol of beauty and purity.
Variants & Derivatives
Zucena, Azucenita
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Azucena is often viewed as a unique and elegant name, evoking floral beauty and grace.
Famous People
Azucena Maizani, an Argentine singer and actress, Azucena de la Vega, a notable Mexican artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Azucena"
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 "Azucena"
"Azucena" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 9107th of 9107 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6704th of 9204 | 21 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6387th of 12526 | 64 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3346th of 19264 | 317 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2003rd of 27321 | 997 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1755th of 35406 | 1,811 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3567th of 30306 | 526 |
Regional Popularity of "Azucena" 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 "Azucena" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
95.75% 2253rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
76.97% 2196th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
54.60% 1921st/3518 |
34.40% 1391st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
69.91% 2576th/3685 |
- |
37.74% 1960th/5194 |
14.93% 943rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.99% 2474th/4582 |
71.34% 3684th/5164 |
24.78% 1812th/7313 |
13.56% 1012th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
48.40% 3302nd/6822 |
31.99% 2008th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Azucena"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Azucena" 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.