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At a Glance: Name: Azure – Meaning: sky blue, deep blue – Origin: Old French/Arabic (ultimately Persian) – Gender: used for both boys and girls
Azure is a name that means sky blue or deep blue, with roots in Old French and Arabic and, ultimately, Persian. It's a color name, so it carries a clear picture with it, and it's easy to say and spell.
Meaning & Origin of Azure
Meaning: Sky blue, deep blue.
Origin: Old French/Arabic (ultimately Persian).
Popularity of Azure
Azure has been in the U.S. Social Security data since 1975, when it peaked at #1005 with 121 babies given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #3603 with 31 babies, so it's a rare name today.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1975–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Azure mean?
Sky blue, deep blue.
Is Azure a popular name right now?
Azure peaked at #1005 in 1975 and is ranked #3603 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1975–2024.)
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