Azariah
The Lord has helped — a girl name of Hebrew origin
Popularity of 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.
Meaning & Origin of Azariah
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.
Azariah 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.
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.
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