Azalea
Azalea is a girl name of English/Greek origin meaning “Dry (flower name)”, pronounced uh-ZAY-lee-uh. It ranked #278 in the United States in 2025, given to 1,109 babies, and peaked at #278 in 2025. Common nicknames: Az, Zaley.
How popular is Azalea in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Azalea mean, and where does it come from?
Azalea comes directly from the flowering shrub of the same name, whose own name traces to the Greek azaleos, meaning "dry," referring to the plant's preference for well-drained soil. It joined a wave of botanical names for girls that came into fashion in the early 1900s alongside Iris, Violet, and Daisy, though it remained rare for most of the 20th century. Its modern revival owes much to Australian rapper Iggy Azalea, whose stage name reintroduced the flower name to pop culture and helped push it into the top 500 names for American girls.
How is Azalea used around the world?
Azalea is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 3+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Azalea?
Famous People Named Azalea
- Iggy Azalea — Australian rapper
- Azalea Quiñones — Venezuelan painter and poet
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Azalea mean?
Azalea is a girl name of English/Greek origin meaning "Dry (flower name)." Azalea comes directly from the flowering shrub of the same name, whose own name traces to the Greek azaleos, meaning "dry," referring to the plant's preference for well-drained soil. It joined a wave of botanical names for girls that came into fashion in the early 1900s alongside Iris, Violet, and Daisy, though it remained rare for most of the 20th century.
How do you pronounce Azalea?
Azalea is pronounced uh-ZAY-lee-uh. Common variations include Azalee, Azalia, Azaleah.
Is Azalea a girl name?
Yes, Azalea is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Az, Zaley.