Azariah
Azariah is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning “The Lord has helped”, pronounced az-uh-RY-uh. It ranked #630 in the United States in 2025, given to 463 babies, and peaked at #563 in 2023. Common nicknames: Zari, Ria.
How popular is Azariah 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 Azariah mean, and where does it come from?
Azariah is a Hebrew name built from azar, "help," and yah, a short form of the divine name, together meaning "God helps" or "the Lord has helped." In the Old Testament it was borne by numerous priests and one king of Judah, and it was also the given name of Abednego, one of the three men who survived the fiery furnace in the Book of Daniel. Traditionally a boys' name throughout Jewish and Christian history, Azariah has more recently been adopted for girls as well, part of a broader trend of parents choosing strong biblical boys' names for daughters.
How is Azariah used around the world?
Azariah is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Azariah?
Famous People Named Azariah
- Azariah Southworth — American writer and television presenter
- Vedanayagam Samuel Azariah — first Indian bishop in the Anglican Communion
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Azariah mean?
Azariah is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "The Lord has helped." Azariah is a Hebrew name built from azar, "help," and yah, a short form of the divine name, together meaning "God helps" or "the Lord has helped." In the Old Testament it was borne by numerous priests and one king of Judah, and it was also the given name of Abednego, one of the three men who survived the fiery furnace in the Book of Daniel.
How do you pronounce Azariah?
Azariah is pronounced az-uh-RY-uh. Common variations include Azaria, Azarya, Azariya.
Is Azariah a girl name?
Yes, Azariah is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Zari, Ria.