Sophia Girl
soh-FEE-uh
“wisdom” · Greek
#5
Azra
GirlArabic, Turkish· “maiden, virgin”
- Meaning
- maiden, virgin
- Origin
- Arabic, Turkish
- Pronunciation
- AZ-ruh
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #2,587
- US babies 2025
- 67
- Best rank
- #2,587 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Azra
Azra is an Arabic and Turkish name that means “maiden, virgin”.
Azra is an Arabic name meaning maiden or virgin, from adhra, a word used in Arabic for the Virgin Mary. It is widely used in Turkey and Bosnia, as well as among Muslim families elsewhere. The name also appears in Persian and Urdu literature, where it can symbolize purity and innocence. It is pronounced AZ-ruh. Azzy and Zara are easy nicknames. Its short, clear sound travels easily between Turkish, Bosnian and English, and Azraa is another transliteration.
Popularity over time
Azra first appears in US Social Security records in 1976. It has never ranked in the national top 1,000, which keeps it genuinely uncommon. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #2,587, and its highest count, 67 babies. Use has grown 29% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #9,192 in 1980, #7,643 in 2000, #3,829 in 2010, and #2,587 in 2025. Of the 1,284 US girls named Azra since records began, 38% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 376 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Liba, Anny, Ishani, Shifra, and Henny.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Azra ranked highest in Minnesota, Ohio, and New York.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | #550 | 9 |
| Ohio | #1300 | 6 |
| New York | #1676 | 7 |
| Florida | #1722 | 7 |
| California | #2303 | 8 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 89% of US babies named Azra over the last 20 years were girls, with a small share of boys.
Azra is usually pronounced AZ-ruh, with two syllables. It has four letters, starts with A and ends in “-ra”.
Middle names for Azra
A few middle names that flow with Azra: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Azra
Similar names
Zaira Girl
ZY-ruh
Italian
#1,081
Yusra Girl
YOOS-ruh
“ease, prosperity” · Arabic
#1,021
Saira Girl
SY-ruh
Arabic
#2,320
Isra Girl
IHZ-ruh
“night journey” · Arabic
#1,463
Sidra Girl
SID-ruh
“of the stars” · Latin
#1,366
Noura Girl
NOOR-uh
“light” · Arabic
#2,232
Zara Girl
ZAHR-uh
“radiant, or form of Sarah” · Arabic
#212
Zahra Girl
ZAH-ruh
“flower; radiant” · Arabic
#540
Yara Girl
YAH-ruh
“uncertain; several possible sources” · Portuguese
#507
Kiera Girl
KEER-uh
“dark” · Irish
#1,097
Ciara Girl
see-EHR-uh
“dark” · Irish
#1,408
Chiara Girl
KYAHR-uh
“bright, clear” · Italian
#1,066
Lists that include Azra
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Azra mean?
Azra is an Arabic and Turkish name that means “maiden, virgin”.
What is the origin of the name Azra?
Azra has Arabic and Turkish roots. Azra is an Arabic name meaning maiden or virgin, from adhra, a word used in Arabic for the Virgin Mary.
Is Azra a popular name?
Not especially. Azra ranked #2,587 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Azra a boy or girl name?
Azra is mainly a girl's name. About 89% of US babies named Azra over the last 20 years were girls, with a small share of boys.
How do you pronounce Azra?
Azra is usually pronounced AZ-ruh. 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