At a glance
- In short
- Azeez is a masculine name of Arabic origin, derived from the root ʿazza-ʿ, which conveys meanings of “powerful,” “respected,” and “beloved.”
- U.S. rank 2025
- #10,695 of boy names (outside the top 1,000)
- Babies in 2025
- 6 (<0.01% of boys)
- Trend
- Steady #10,605 in 2020 to #10,695 in 2025
- Peak
- #5,840 in 1998
- First recorded
- 1987
Meaning of Azeez
Azeez is a masculine name of Arabic origin, derived from the root ʿazza-ʿ, which conveys meanings of “powerful,” “respected,” and “beloved.” In Islamic tradition, al-ʿAzīz is one of the 99 names of Allah, underscoring qualities of strength and dignity. Common across Arabic-speaking regions and embraced by Muslim families worldwide, Azeez carries a sense of honor and resilience. In the United States it has appeared steadily among the top 1,000 boy names since the late 1980s, with 11 newborns named Azeez in 2024, reflecting a gradual but consistent presence. Though still uncommon, the name appeals to parents seeking a link to rich cultural heritage coupled with an enduring sense of stature.
How to pronounce Azeez
Arabic
- Pronounced ah-ZEEZ /ʔaˈziːz/
Popularity of Azeez in the U.S.
Azeez was the #10,695 boy name in the U.S. in 2025, with 6 babies. It peaked at #5,840 in 1998. It first appears in the records in 1987.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1987–2025 20 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 10,695 | ▼ 3,438 |
| 2024 | 11 | 7,257 | back (not recorded in 2023) |
| 2022 | 7 | 9,823 | ▼ 1,657 |
| 2021 | 9 | 8,166 | ▲ 2,439 |
| 2020 | 6 | 10,605 | ▼ 1,716 |
| 2019 | 8 | 8,889 | ▲ 781 |
| 2018 | 7 | 9,670 | ▲ 1,105 |
| 2017 | 6 | 10,775 | back (not recorded in 2016) |
| 2015 | 5 | 12,086 | back (not recorded in 2013–2014) |
| 2012 | 5 | 12,274 | back (not recorded in 2008–2011) |
| 2007 | 6 | 10,921 | back (not recorded in 2005–2006) |
| 2004 | 5 | 11,356 | back (not recorded in 2003) |
| 2002 | 6 | 9,392 | ▼ 1,856 |
| 2001 | 8 | 7,536 | back (not recorded in 2000) |
| 1999 | 6 | 8,704 | ▼ 2,864 |
| 1998 | 10 | 5,840 | ▲ 3,425 |
| 1997 | 5 | 9,265 | back (not recorded in 1992–1996) |
| 1991 | 5 | 8,236 | ▼ 1,058 |
| 1990 | 6 | 7,178 | back (not recorded in 1988–1989) |
| 1987 | 6 | 6,089 | new |
Notable people named Azeez
- Azeez Al-Shaair is an American football linebacker for the Houston Texans who earned college honors at Florida Atlantic.
- Azeez Ojulari is an American football defensive end for the Las Vegas Raiders who played college football at Georgia.