Rising since 2010, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Azaela since 2009
Babies named Azaela per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 62 |
| 2020s | 78 |
Meaning & origin
Azaela is a modern respelling of the flower name Azalea. First recorded in 2009, the name has been steadily rising in popularity, with its peak year so far in 2024. In 2025, it ranked 7133, with a frequency of 1 in 107151 births. Its growth trajectory suggests increasing appeal among parents seeking floral names with a unique twist. While not yet widespread, Azaela's similarity to well-liked names like Azalea and Isla may contribute to its continued rise.
Azaela appears to be a variant spelling of Azalea, which is a flower name from the azalea shrub. The word azalea comes from the Greek 'azaleos' (dry), referring to the plant's preference for dry soil. As a given name, Azalea gained popularity in the late 20th century, and Azaela is a respelling that emerged in the 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Aza, Zay, Zaela
Sibling names for Azaela
Names that share Azaela's style, for a brother or sister.
