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Azzam

A boy's name of Arabic origin with 184 recorded U.S. births.

Boy's name#5915 in 2024Rising fast

Meaning & Origin

A surname.

Azzam is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin, meaning 'determined,' 'resolute,' or 'steadfast.' From the Arabic root azama, it describes someone of firm purpose and unwavering commitment — qualities celebrated in both Islamic tradition and the broader Arab cultural ethic of perseverance.

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Azzam is cataloged under the Arabic naming tradition. Arabic names frequently carry layered meanings tied to virtue, beauty, or devotion — a naming tradition where the meaning of a name is considered deeply important.

In the U.S., Azzam has been recorded as a boy's name since 1992, with 184 total births. Browse the Arabic names hub on this site to explore the broader family.

At a Glance

184
Total births
Since 1992
2016
Peak
21 births
1992
First recorded
33 years of data
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Popularity Over Time

Azzam climbed 5622 spots in the last 20 years — from #11537 to #5915.

0511162120002024
First appeared: 1992Peak: 2016 (21 births)Current: #5915

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Azzam
DecadeBirthsAvg RankTrend
2020s52#7818
2010s103#7257
2000s23#10390
1990s6#7504

The Story of Azzam

A Gen Alpha name

Peaking in 2016, Azzam is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Azzam are most likely born between 2006 and 2024.

How rare is Azzam?

Only about 1 in every 240,000 babies born in 2024 was named Azzam — a truly uncommon choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 1992, peaked in the 2010s with 103 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.

Azzam by the numbers

  • Would fill 4 school buses

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(18 years, 19922024)
Year-by-year popularity data for the name Azzam
YearBirthsRank
202415#5915
20239#8329
20227#9948
202112#6748
20209#8151
201916#5582
20189#8233
201716#5553
201621#4636
201515#5768
201414#6023
20127#9816
20105#12441
20097#9974
20045#11537
20025#10849
20006#9198
19926#7504

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Azzam a boy's or girl's name?
Azzam is primarily a boy's name.
When was Azzam most popular?
Azzam reached its peak popularity in 2016 with 21 births that year. It is currently ranked #5915 in the U.S.
How popular is the name Azzam?
Azzam is currently ranked #5915 in the U.S. (2024). It has been given to 184 babies since 1992.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 19922024