UK boy's name
Aazil
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "one who is resolute and determined".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aazil is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Aazil popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4702, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 3 births.
This profile covers 12 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2016 to 2019. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 12 living people in the UK are called Aazil. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2020 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aazil ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2016, when 3 boys were registered as Aazil.
- • About 12 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aazil as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4702
2019
Births in 2019
3
Latest year
Peak year
2016
3 births
Estimated living
12
2026
Meaning
What does Aazil mean?
The given name Aazil is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, with its roots tracing back to the Middle Eastern region and the Arabian Peninsula. The name is derived from the Arabic word "aazil," which means "isolated" or "solitary." This linguistic connection suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon individuals who lived a secluded or detached lifestyle.
In its earliest known usage, the name Aazil can be found in ancient Arabic texts and manuscripts dating back to the 7th century CE. These historical documents often referred to individuals bearing this name who were known for their contemplative nature or their preference for solitude and contemplation.
One of the earliest recorded figures with the name Aazil was a renowned Islamic scholar and poet from the 8th century CE. Aazil ibn Abi Salma was born in the city of Basra, located in present-day Iraq, and was celebrated for his profound knowledge of Arabic literature and his contributions to the literary arts.
Another notable individual with this name was Aazil al-Khurasani, a Persian philosopher and mystic who lived during the 9th century CE. He was known for his deep insights into the nature of existence and his teachings on spirituality, which influenced the development of Sufism in the region.
In the 11th century CE, the name Aazil was associated with a revered Islamic theologian and jurist, Aazil ibn Husayn al-Ghazali. He was born in the city of Tus, located in present-day Iran, and his works on Islamic jurisprudence and philosophy had a significant impact on the intellectual landscape of the time.
During the 13th century CE, Aazil al-Dimashqi was a prominent Syrian historian and writer who authored several influential works on the history of the region and the lives of notable figures from that era.
In more recent times, one of the most renowned individuals bearing the name Aazil was Aazil al-Maliki, a 20th-century Iraqi poet and writer who was celebrated for his contributions to modern Arabic literature. He was born in 1923 in Baghdad and passed away in 2007, leaving behind a rich literary legacy.
While the name Aazil may have originated from the Arabic language and culture, it has since been adopted and used across various regions and communities, carrying with it the essence of its original meaning and the cultural heritage associated with its origins.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aazil over time
The chart below shows babies named Aazil registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2016 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aazil, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aazil by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aazil was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4768 | 12 | 4 |
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- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
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- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Aazil: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aazil in the UK right now?
In 2019, Aazil was ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aazil most popular?
The peak year on record was 2016, with 3 babies registered as Aazil in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aazil?
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "one who is resolute and determined".
How many people are called Aazil in the UK?
A total of 12 babies have been registered as Aazil across the 4 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.