Noah Boy
NOH-uh
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Azrael
BoyHebrew· “help of God”
- Meaning
- help of God
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- AZ-ray-ehl
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #656
- US babies 2025
- 421
- Best rank
- #656 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Azrael
Azrael is a Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “help of God”.
Azrael is usually explained as help of God, from Hebrew elements. In Islamic and some Jewish traditions, Azrael is the angel associated with death, who separates the soul from the body. The name also appears in later literature and popular culture. As a given name, Azrael is rare and dramatic, chosen by some parents for its strong sound and angelic associations. It sounds resonant, with three syllables. Az is a possible nickname.
Popularity over time
Azrael first appears in US Social Security records in 1994. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 7 different years, starting in 2019. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #656, and its highest count, 421 babies. Use has grown 548% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #5,956 in 2000, #3,247 in 2010, and #656 in 2025. Of the 3,188 US boys named Azrael since records began, 64% were born in the 2020s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 924 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Valentin, Dilan, Dereck, Riggs, and Azael.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Azrael ranked highest in Arizona, Nevada, and Texas.
Gender, sound and spelling
About 90% of US babies named Azrael over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
Azrael is usually pronounced AZ-ray-ehl, with two syllables. It has six letters, starts with A and ends in “-el”.
Middle names for Azrael
A few middle names that flow with Azrael: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Azrael
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Azrael mean?
Azrael is a Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “help of God”.
What is the origin of the name Azrael?
Azrael has Hebrew roots. Azrael is usually explained as help of God, from Hebrew elements.
Is Azrael a popular name?
Yes. Azrael ranked #656 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Azrael a boy or girl name?
Azrael is mainly a boy's name. About 90% of US babies named Azrael over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
How do you pronounce Azrael?
Azrael is usually pronounced AZ-ray-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