Rising since 2004, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Azarius since 2000
Babies named Azarius per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 29 |
| 2010s | 100 |
| 2020s | 108 |
Meaning & origin
Azarius entered U.S. naming records in 2000 and has seen a steady rise in use since 2004, reaching its peak rank of 5,208 in 2025. Approximately 1 in 94,893 boys received the name that year. While not yet common in any single state, the name's biblical roots and distinctive sound have attracted parents seeking a less common alternative to Azariah or Zachary. The Latinized ending gives it a formal, classic feel that pairs well with both traditional and modern sibling names.
Azarius is a variant of Azariah, a biblical name from the Hebrew Azaryahu, meaning 'Yahweh has helped.' Azariah appears in the Old Testament as the name of several figures, including a king of Judah. The spelling Azarius, with a Latinized ending, arose in the post-biblical period and has been used sparingly in English-speaking countries since the early 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Azi, Az
Sibling names for Azarius
Names that share Azarius's style, for a brother or sister.
