How Many People Are Named Azalee?

Complete statistics for the name Azalee: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Azalee
Very Rare
Greek (via the botanical name Azalea)

Azalee has a very unique sound, barely making it onto the radar with only 1,512 total births in the U.S. and 548 people alive today. It's such a rare name that you'd have to meet 602,378 Americans to find one named Azalee. The name really took off in 1924 when 50 babies were given it, and now it's mostly found on older folks, with 79% over 60.

~548
Living in US
1 in 602,378
Americans
1924
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
A flower name derived from the azalea plant
🌐
Origin
Greek (via the botanical name Azalea)
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Gentle Creative Free-spirited Warm
5
Life Path Number

The life path number 5 is traditionally associated with freedom, adventure, and adaptability. People connected to this number tend to be curious, energetic, and drawn to new experiences and change.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

939
Worldwide Bearers
#263,758
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
903
🇲🇾 Malaysia
15
🇯🇲 Jamaica
9
🇨🇦 Canada
2
🇵🇭 Philippines
2
🇿🇦 South Africa
2
🇩🇿 Algeria
1
🇦🇴 Angola
1
🇨🇴 Colombia
1
🇬🇧 England
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
548 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 80
309
Would be under 30 (20%)
15
Would be 30–60 (1%)
1,188
Would be over 60 (79%)

All 1,512 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1924

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
90
Classic Feel
85
Modern Appeal
35
International
82

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Azalee Through the Generations

The name Azalee has a rich history, first gaining prominence in 1924 when 50 babies were named it. Over the years, it has remained a classic, old-school choice, though its usage has been quite limited. With only 1,512 total births and 548 living individuals, the gap between past and present is stark, highlighting its rarity. The majority of those named Azalee are over 60, which skews the average age to 80, indicating a strong presence among the older generation. This trend of rising interest in the name, despite its historical roots, suggests a revival in popularity, possibly due to its classic charm and unique appeal.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

South Carolina 508
Georgia 39
North Carolina 21
Texas 10
Tennessee 6

✨ Similar Names to Azalee

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Azalee's Greek (via the botanical name Azalea) roots

📄 About the Name Azalee

How Many People Have the Name Azalee?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 548 people in the United States currently share the name Azalee. That works out to roughly 1 in every 602,378 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Azalee a Common or Rare Name?

Azalee is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Azalee Mean?

Azalee means "A flower name derived from the azalea plant" and comes from Greek (via the botanical name Azalea) origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Azalee in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Azalee Most Popular?

The name Azalee reached peak popularity in 1924, with 50 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Azalee?

Approximately 548 people named Azalee live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,512. That works out to roughly 1 in 602,378 Americans.

Is Azalee a rare name?

Azalee is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 602,378 Americans has this name.

What does the name Azalee mean?

Azalee means "A flower name derived from the azalea plant" and comes from Greek (via the botanical name Azalea) origins.

Is Azalee more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Azalee are male and 100% are female.

When was Azalee most popular?

Azalee peaked in 1924 with 50 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US548
All-Time Births1,512
1 in X1 in 602,378
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age80
Peak Year1924
World Rank#263,758
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.