Azha
A girl's name of Arabic origin with 75 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
At 4 letters and two syllables, Azha is short enough to fit easily on forms, monograms, and classroom labels — no abbreviation needed. It has been used as a girl's name in the U.S. since 1992, with 75 total recorded births.
Azha is not in the current top 1,000, which means your child is unlikely to share the name with a classmate — a plus for parents who value distinctiveness.
Azha is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Azha is a girl's baby name with roots in Arabic naming tradition, related to azhar meaning 'flowers' or 'brightness,' or possibly a short form of names like Azhar or Zahara. In astronomy, Azha is also a star in the constellation Eridanus, adding a celestial dimension to the name.
Azha is compact and striking — three letters that feel both exotic and easy to pronounce. For parents drawn to short names with depth and multicultural resonance, it offers a rare combination of simplicity and meaning.
EtymologyShow more
The ending of a name often carries more etymological information than the beginning. Azha's final sounds are open, warm — a soft ending that crosses many language boundaries. In English-language naming, many feminine names end on open vowels or soft consonants, creating a melodic, approachable quality. Azha follows that feminine pattern.
Explore the ending-based name pages on this site to find names that share Azha's suffix pattern — names with similar endings often share a style and era, even when they come from different linguistic backgrounds.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Azha has 12+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1992.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 31 | #14625 | ▼ |
| 1990s | 44 | #11928 | — |
The Story of Azha
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2003, Azha is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Azha are most likely born between 1993 and 2007.
How rare is Azha?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Azha is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1992, peaked in the 1990s with 44 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Azha by the numbers
- Would fill 2 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(12 years, 1992–2007)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 5 | #18014 |
| 2005 | 5 | #16847 |
| 2003 | 9 | #10540 |
| 2002 | 7 | #12375 |
| 2000 | 5 | #15350 |
| 1999 | 6 | #12891 |
| 1998 | 7 | #11277 |
| 1997 | 8 | #9916 |
| 1996 | 6 | #12007 |
| 1995 | 6 | #11955 |
| 1994 | 6 | #11945 |
| 1992 | 5 | #13508 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Azha a boy's or girl's name?
When was Azha most popular?
How popular is the name Azha?
Explore More
Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1992–2007