UK boy's name
Azim
A masculine Arabic name meaning "mighty" or "lofty in dignity and status".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Azim is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Azim popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3688, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1997, with 10 births.
This profile covers 163 England and Wales registrations across 27 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. 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 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 162 living people in the UK are called Azim. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Azim ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1997, when 10 boys were registered as Azim.
- • About 162 living people in the UK are estimated to have Azim as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3688
2024
Births in 2024
5
Latest year
Peak year
1997
10 births
Estimated living
162
2026
Meaning
What does Azim mean?
The name Azim has its origins in the Persian language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Persian word "azim," which means "great," "magnificent," or "exalted." The name carries a sense of grandeur, reverence, and admiration.
In the historical context, the name Azim has been associated with influential figures and scholars in the Persian and Islamic traditions. One of the earliest known references to the name can be found in the celebrated Persian epic poem "Shahnameh" (Book of Kings) by the renowned poet Ferdowsi, who lived in the late 10th and early 11th centuries.
Among the notable individuals who bore the name Azim throughout history, one can mention Azim al-Din al-Muqaddasi, a renowned Islamic scholar and geographer from the 10th century. He is known for his influential work "Ahsan al-Taqasim fi Ma'rifat al-Aqalim" (The Best Divisions for Knowledge of the Regions), which provided detailed descriptions of various regions and their cultures.
Another prominent figure was Azim Husain Khan, a Mughal nobleman and military commander who lived in the 17th century. He played a significant role in the expansion of the Mughal Empire under the reign of Emperor Aurangzeb and was known for his valor and strategic acumen.
In the realm of literature, Azim Premji, an Indian businessman and philanthropist born in 1945, is a notable individual who bears this name. He is the founder of Wipro Limited, one of the largest technology companies in India, and is widely respected for his contributions to business and philanthropy.
Azim Azimzade, born in 1880 and died in 1943, was an Azerbaijani writer, poet, and playwright who played a significant role in the development of modern Azerbaijani literature. His works reflected the social and cultural changes of his time and helped shape the literary landscape of Azerbaijan.
Lastly, Azim Ibrohim, born in 1957, is a prominent Tajik writer and scholar. He has made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of Tajik literature and culture, and his works have been widely acclaimed for their depth and insight into the human condition.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Azim throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Azim over time
The chart below shows babies named Azim registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Azim, the clearest high point is 1997. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Azim by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Azim 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3564 | 25 | 5 |
| 2010s | #3483 | 48 | 9 |
| 2000s | #2346 | 59 | 9 |
| 1990s | #1544 | 31 | 4 |
Related
Names similar to Azim
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Azim: questions and answers
How popular is the name Azim in the UK right now?
In 2024, Azim was ranked #3688 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Azim most popular?
The peak year on record was 1997, with 10 babies registered as Azim in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Azim?
A masculine Arabic name meaning "mighty" or "lofty in dignity and status".
How many people are called Azim in the UK?
A total of 163 babies have been registered as Azim across the 27 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.