Azelea

“Derived from the flower azalea, symbolizing femininity and beauty.” — Symbolizes femininity and beauty in various cultures

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12339US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

78All-time births

📅 Since 200100

What does Azelea mean and where does it come from?

Azelea is a modern variation of the name Azalea, which is derived from the flowering shrub known for its beautiful blooms. The name is often associated with vibrant colors and lush gardens and symbolizes femininity and beauty in various cultures. While Azelea may not have a historical presence as a

Cultural significance

Azelea has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from the flower azalea, symbolizing femininity and beauty..

Peak popularity

Reached #8707 in 2016 — currently #12339 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Azelea?

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

Azelea Grace

How popular is Azelea right now?

Falling — down 4236 spots — currently #12339 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#12339 · Top 9.1%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12339	7	▼ down 4236 · -46% births
2022	#8103	13	▲ up 4295 · +86% births
2021	#12398	7	▲ up 1827 · +17% births
2020	#14225	6	▲ up 3562 · +20% births
2015	#17787	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Azelea

Best Year2022Rank #8103

Peak Count13

Average Rank#12970

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Azelea

Azelea is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 78 total births recorded, Azelea remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #17787 in 2015 to #12339 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Azelea in 2016:

Emma Olivia Ava Sophia Isabella

Azelea by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	20
2010s ★	52
2020s	6

💎Azelea has only 78 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Azelea?

Common

AzeAzAzieAzyElea

What names sound and feel like Azelea?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Azelea also consider these

American · From the olive

Angelea

American · Messenger; angel

Azella

Spanish · Derived from 'azul',

Maelea

American · Gift of God

Raelea

American · English

Common questions about the name Azelea

What does the name Azelea mean?

Azelea means "Derived from the flower azalea, symbolizing femininity and beauty." — a name rooted in American 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 Azelea?

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

What is the cultural origin of Azelea?

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

What sibling names go well with Azelea?

Azelea pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Azelea trending right now?

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