Declining since 2021, #2,145 for boys today.
Popularity of Azaan since 1997
Babies named Azaan per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 17 |
| 2000s | 200 |
| 2010s | 585 |
| 2020s | 475 |
Meaning & origin
Azaan is a name of Arabic origin meaning 'call to prayer,' directly referencing the Islamic adhan. It first appeared on the U.S. popularity charts in 1997, and its usage rose steadily, reaching a peak rank in 2021. Since then, it has experienced a slight decline, ranking at 2,145 in 2025 with approximately 1 in 25,494 boys receiving the name. The name is most common in states like New York, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, reflecting its adoption by Muslim families in diverse urban and suburban communities. Azaan remains a distinctive choice with strong cultural and religious resonance.
Azaan is an Arabic word meaning 'call to prayer' (adhan). In Islamic tradition, the azaan is recited by the muezzin to summon the faithful for worship. The name has been used by Muslim families across the world, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East, as a given name since the late 20th century.
Where Azaan is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Azaan” around the world
Where Azaan lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Az, Zaan
Sibling names for Azaan
Names that share Azaan's style, for a brother or sister.
