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Azael
BoyHebrew, Spanish· “God has made”
- Meaning
- God has made
- Origin
- Hebrew, Spanish
- Pronunciation
- ah-zah-EHL
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #645
- US babies 2025
- 432
- Best rank
- #645 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Azael
Azael is a Hebrew and Spanish name that is usually said to mean “God has made”.
Azael is a Spanish form of the Hebrew Asahel, meaning God has made. In the Bible, Asahel is the nephew of King David and the brother of Joab, remembered for being as swift as a gazelle. The name has been used in Spanish-speaking countries and among Hispanic families in the United States. It sounds soft and strong, with stress on the final syllable. Azael feels distinctive while having deep roots. Aza and Eli make possible nicknames.
Popularity over time
Azael first appears in US Social Security records in 1977. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 5 different years, starting in 2021. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #645, and its highest count, 432 babies. Use has grown 254% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #3,927 in 2000, #1,714 in 2010, and #645 in 2025. Of the 3,947 US boys named Azael since records began, 49% were born in the 2020s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 1,085 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Lochlan, Amias, Mylo, Kasai, and Dario.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Azael ranked highest in Texas, New Mexico, and Nevada.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | #273 | 143 |
| New Mexico | #320 | 6 |
| Nevada | #324 | 9 |
| Arizona | #359 | 21 |
| Oregon | #379 | 10 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Azael is usually pronounced ah-zah-EHL, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with A and ends in “-el”.
Middle names for Azael
A few middle names that flow with Azael: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Azael
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Azael mean?
Azael is a Hebrew and Spanish name that is usually said to mean “God has made”.
What is the origin of the name Azael?
Azael has Hebrew and Spanish roots. Azael is a Spanish form of the Hebrew Asahel, meaning God has made.
Is Azael a popular name?
Yes. Azael ranked #645 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Azael a boy or girl name?
Azael is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Azael?
Azael is usually pronounced ah-zah-EHL. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings