Azad Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Arabic
Gender Distribution:
100% Masculine / 0% Feminine
Meaning:
Azad means 'free' or 'independent'.
Meaning of the Name Azad
Azad is a name of Arabic origin meaning 'free' or 'independent'. It is a unisex name and is commonly used in Muslim cultures. The name represents freedom, strength, and individuality. Azad is an empowering name that carries a powerful message of liberation and self-determination.
Popularity of the Name Azad
The popularity for the name Azad peaked in popularity in the year 2021 with 24 births, which ranked number 9,464 out of 28,927 unique names for that year. Azad had the most male births in 2021 with 24, which ranked number 4,240 out of 14,057 male names. The number of births for the name Azad has increased sharply over the last ten years from 9 births to 20 births, an increase of 122.22%. Among males, Azad has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 9 births to 20 births, an increase of 122.22%.
Nationwide Popularity of Azad
- 10 Year Trend of Azad: 122.22%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Azad: 122.22%
Popularity of Azad by State
For males, Azad was most popular in Western states with 5 births in the region. It was most commonly seen in CA, with 5 male births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Azad. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | 2528 | < 5 | N/A |
2024 Popularity Projections for Azad
- Total Births of Azad: 22 (8.31%)
- Male Births of Azad: 22 (8.31%)
Given the upward trend of Azad over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 8.31% increase in total births, for a total of 22 births in 2024. Male births for Azad have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 22 male births in 2024, an increase of 8.31%.