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Azrael Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Azrael

"The angel of death in Catholic and Orthodox Christianity, and in Islam."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2023 👥 3,101 in US
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Meaning
The angel of death in Catholic and Orthodox Christianity, and in Islam.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
3,101
Life Path
Number 9

📖 What Does Azrael Mean?

Azrael is the canonical angel of death in Islam and appears centuries earlier in the apocryphal text Apocalypse of Peter.

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Azrael is the canonical angel of death in Islam and appears centuries earlier in the apocryphal text Apocalypse of Peter.…

Root Element
Azrael
Core Meaning
"The angel of death in Catholic and Orthodox Christianity, and in Islam."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Azrael

A 1
Z 8
R 9
A 1
E 5
L 3
SUM 9
9
Life Path
Compassion & Idealism
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
2
Personality
Harmony & Diplomacy

Life Path 9 — Compassion & Idealism: Humanitarian, selfless, and globally-minded.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male89%
♀ Female11%

Based on 3,101 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 3,101
Peak year 2023 (417)
First recorded 1994
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Azrael" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "The angel of death in Catholic and Orthodox Christianity, and in Islam.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~3,101 people named Azrael in the US. Peaked in 2023 with 417 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Azrael?

The Life Path number for Azrael is 9, associated with Compassion & Idealism. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 2.

Is Azrael a boy or girl name?

Azrael is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 89% male and 11% female.

How many people are named Azrael in the US?

Approximately 3,101 people in the United States are named Azrael. The name peaked in 2023 with 417 recorded uses.

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