Azazel Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-ZAY-zuhl / /əˈzeɪ.zəl/Hebrew; English
Meaning
scapegoat (Hebrew); none (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, Azazel is associated with the Day of Atonement, where a goat is sent into the wilderness symbolically carrying the sins of the people. In English contexts, the name has been adopted but lacks a specific cultural significance.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Azazal
- Azaziel
International Variants
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Famous people named Azazel
Azazel — biblical figure.
Azazel — character in various literary works.
Fictional characters named Azazel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Azazel was first seen in the United States in 2008. Azazel has ranked as high as #1319 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, California, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Azazel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Azazel (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| AZ | 6 | |
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 25 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 23 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 39 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 38 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2024 | 30 |