Azrael Unisex
Origin(s)
Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
Hebrew: helper of God; Arabic: angel of death
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, Azrael is often associated with the role of an angelic figure who assists in guiding souls. In Arabic culture, Azrael is recognized as the angel of death, responsible for taking the souls of the deceased.
Trend Summary
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Variants
- Azraeel
- Azra
- Azriel
International Variants
- Azraël (French)
- Azraeel (Arabic)
Famous people named Azrael
Azrael — character in various religious texts
Azrael — name used in literature
Fictional characters named Azrael
Azrael — character in 'The Smurfs'
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Azrael was first seen in the United States in 1994. Azrael has ranked as high as #988 nationally which occurred in 2023 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Arizona, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Azrael has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Azrael (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 64 | |
| TX | 57 | |
| FL | 27 | |
| AZ | 19 | |
| NY | 13 | |
| OH | 11 | |
| IL | 9 | |
| NM | 9 | |
| IN | 8 | |
| PA | 8 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| OK | 6 | |
| MO | 6 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| NC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 34 |
| 2011 | 40 |
| 2012 | 43 |
| 2013 | 66 |
| 2014 | 56 |
| 2015 | 65 |
| 2016 | 113 |
| 2017 | 132 |
| 2018 | 150 |
| 2019 | 225 |
| 2020 | 240 |
| 2021 | 283 |
| 2022 | 355 |
| 2023 | 394 |
| 2024 | 354 |