Rising since 2000, #766 for girls today.
Popularity of Azari since 1998
Babies named Azari per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 |
| 2000s | 129 | 68 |
| 2010s | 504 | 275 |
| 2020s | 1,402 | 489 |
Meaning & origin
Azari entered U.S. naming records in 1998 and has since climbed steadily in popularity. By 2025, it ranked 766th, with roughly 1 in 4,540 newborns receiving the name. Its peak year was 2023, reflecting a growing trend toward short, melodic unisex names. The name is most popular in Washington D.C., Nevada, and Maryland. While its exact origin is debated, it is often considered a variant of the Hebrew name Azariah, meaning 'helped by God,' or a Persian name linked to 'fire.' This dual heritage gives Azari a modern, multicultural appeal without being tied to a single tradition.
The name Azari likely originated as a short form or variant of Azariah, a Hebrew name meaning 'helped by God'. It may also have Persian roots, where 'azar' means 'fire'. In modern usage, it emerged in the United States in the late 1990s and has been gaining popularity as a unisex name.
Where Azari is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Az, Ari, Zari
Sibling names for Azari
Names that share Azari's style, for a brother or sister.
