At a glance
- In short
- Azza is a captivating Arabic name for baby girls, meaning strength and power. With an exotic touch, it's a unique and meaningful choice.
- U.S. rank 2025
- #14,942 of girl names (outside the top 1,000)
- Babies in 2025
- 5 (<0.01% of girls)
- Peak
- #11,169 in 2023
- First recorded
- 1997
Meaning of Azza
Azza is a captivating name for a baby girl that originates from Arabic. It is commonly pronounced as AH-zah (/ˈæzə/) and may also be spelled as Aziza. The name Azza carries a sense of strength and power, making it an empowering choice for parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their daughter. While not very popular in the United States, with only a handful of occurrences in recent years, the name Azza holds a strong presence and an air of distinction. Its association with Arabic culture adds an exotic touch to this beautiful name, making it an excellent choice for parents looking for something both elegant and distinctive for their little girl.
How to pronounce Azza
Arabic
- Pronounced AH-zah /ˈæzə/
Popularity of Azza in the U.S.
Azza was the #14,942 girl name in the U.S. in 2025, with 5 babies. It peaked at #11,169 in 2023. It first appears in the records in 1997.
- Rank among U.S. girl names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1997–2025 10 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 14,942 | back (not recorded in 2024) |
| 2023 | 8 | 11,169 | back (not recorded in 2019–2022) |
| 2018 | 6 | 13,793 | back (not recorded in 2016–2017) |
| 2015 | 8 | 11,835 | back (not recorded in 2009–2014) |
| 2008 | 5 | 17,504 | ▼ 4,828 |
| 2007 | 8 | 12,676 | back (not recorded in 2005–2006) |
| 2004 | 5 | 16,099 | back (not recorded in 2003) |
| 2002 | 6 | 13,595 | back (not recorded in 2000–2001) |
| 1999 | 5 | 14,411 | back (not recorded in 1998) |
| 1997 | 5 | 13,724 | new |
Notable people named Azza
- Azza El Hassan is a Palestinian documentary filmmaker known for exploring exile and life in Palestine in films such as Zaman al-akhbar.
- Azza Fahmy is an Egyptian jewellery designer who founded Azza Fahmy Jewellery and became the first woman to train in Khan El Khalili.
- Azza Soliman is an Egyptian lawyer and activist who co-founded the Centre for Egyptian Women's Legal Assistance to advance women's rights and legal equality.