Azan

“the call to prayer in Islam”

Arabic origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3354US 2023

35Births / yr

↓Falling

367All-time births

📅 Since 200100

What does Azan mean and where does it come from?

Azan (أذان) is an Arabic name primarily used in Islamic cultures. It refers to the call to prayer, which is announced from a mosque to inform believers that it is time for a mandatory prayer (Salah). The AZan is significant in Islamic practices and has been a common name among Muslim boys. Notable b

Cultural significance

Azan has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the call to prayer in islam.

Peak popularity

Reached #3799 in 2010 — currently #3354 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Azan?

Azan works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Azan Grace

How popular is Azan right now?

Falling — down 345 spots — currently #3354 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#3354 · Top 2.5%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3354	35	▼ down 345 · -15% births
2022	#3009	41	▲ up 1014 · +58% births
2021	#4023	26	▲ up 321 · +13% births
2020	#4344	23	▲ up 4182 · +156% births
2015	#8526	9	▼ down 4727 · -68% births
2010	#3799	28	▲ up 3263 · +155% births
2005	#7062	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Azan

Best Year2022Rank #3009

Peak Count41

Average Rank#4874

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Azan

Azan is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 367 total births recorded, Azan remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7062 in 2005 to #3354 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Azan in 2010:

Jacob Ethan Michael Jayden William

Azan by decade

Azan peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	124
2010s ★	220
2020s	23

💎Azan has only 367 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Azan?

Common

AzAzieAzy

Famous people named Azan

Azan (historical Arab ruler)

Azan held this name across the Umayyad or Abbasid Caliphates, spreading its use widely.

Azan (Sufi mystic)

Azan used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Azan (Islamic scholar)

Azan bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Azan (Quranic figure)

Azan appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

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Common questions about the name Azan

What does the name Azan mean?

Azan means "the call to prayer in Islam" — a name rooted in Arabic tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Azan?

Azan is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Azan have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Azan?

Azan originates from Arabic tradition. Arabic names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Azan trending right now?

Azan is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Azan a common or rare name?

Azan is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.