Holding steady, #6,325 for girls today.
Popularity of Aza since 1920
Babies named Aza per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1920s | 50 | 0 |
| 1930s | 5 | 0 |
| 1940s | 10 | 0 |
| 1950s | 5 | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 13 |
| 1980s | 5 | 0 |
| 1990s | 38 | 0 |
| 2000s | 110 | 13 |
| 2010s | 168 | 33 |
| 2020s | 117 | 56 |
Meaning & origin
Aza is a rare unisex name with diverse potential origins. Its earliest recorded use in U.S. data dates to 1920, but it has never been common. In 2025, it ranked 6,325th nationally, with roughly 1 in 89,293 newborns receiving the name. Its peak popularity occurred in 2019, though even then it remained infrequent. The name has remained relatively stable in usage over the past decade, without dramatic swings. Aza's simplicity and cross-cultural resonance give it a quiet appeal for parents seeking a short, distinctive name.
Aza has multiple possible origins. In Hebrew, it may derive from the root 'azaz' meaning 'to be strong' or 'comfort,' similar to the biblical place name Gaza. Alternatively, it could be a variant of the Arabic name Azza, meaning 'precious' or 'mighty,' which is used for both genders. The name has a long history in Jewish and Muslim communities, though it remains rare in English-speaking countries.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Aza
Names that share Aza's style, for a brother or sister.
