UK girl's name
Azeeza
A feminine Arabic name meaning "mighty", "powerful", or "proud".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2018. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Azeeza is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Azeeza popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2018 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4684, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2018, with 4 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2016 to 2018. 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.
Azeeza is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Azeeza. 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 2019 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Azeeza ranked #4684 for girls in England and Wales in 2018, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2018, when 4 girls were registered as Azeeza.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Azeeza as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4684
2018
Births in 2018
4
Latest year
Peak year
2018
4 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does Azeeza mean?
The name Azeeza has its origins in the Arabic language, where it is derived from the word "aziz," meaning "precious" or "dear." It is a feminine name that has been popular in the Arab world and among Muslim communities for centuries.
In Islamic tradition, Azeeza is considered a virtuous name with positive connotations. It is often associated with qualities such as strength, resilience, and dignity. The name has been mentioned in various Islamic texts and historical records, though specific references are scarce.
One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name Azeeza was a renowned female poet and scholar who lived in the 8th century CE in present-day Iraq. She was known for her mastery of Arabic literature and her contributions to the intellectual and cultural life of the Abbasid Caliphate.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Azeeza. In the 12th century, Azeeza bint al-Malik al-Adil was a prominent princess of the Ayyubid dynasty in Syria and Egypt. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her involvement in political affairs.
In the 19th century, Azeeza Begum was a influential figure in the court of the Nizam of Hyderabad, a princely state in British India. She was renowned for her philanthropy and support for education, particularly for girls and women.
Another notable bearer of the name was Azeeza Pasha (1840-1924), a Syrian-born Ottoman princess and philanthropist. She dedicated her life to establishing schools and hospitals in the Ottoman Empire and promoting women's rights.
In more recent times, Azeeza Mustafa (1942-2018) was a prominent Egyptian actress and singer. She was celebrated for her roles in numerous films and television series, and her contributions to the Arabic entertainment industry.
While the name Azeeza has its roots in the Arab and Islamic cultures, it has gained popularity across diverse communities and regions, transcending its linguistic and cultural boundaries. Its meaning and historical significance have made it a cherished name choice for many parents around the world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Azeeza over time
The chart below shows babies named Azeeza registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2016 to 2018. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Azeeza, the clearest high point is 2018. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2018, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Azeeza by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Azeeza 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 | #5235 | 7 | 2 |
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Names similar to Azeeza
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- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Azeeza: questions and answers
How popular is the name Azeeza in the UK right now?
In 2018, Azeeza was ranked #4684 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Azeeza most popular?
The peak year on record was 2018, with 4 babies registered as Azeeza in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Azeeza?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "mighty", "powerful", or "proud".
How many people are called Azeeza in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as Azeeza across the 2 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.