UK girl's name
Azita
A feminine name of Persian origin meaning "eternal" or "precious".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2004. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Azita is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Azita popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2004 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4598, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2004 to 2004. 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.
Azita is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Azita. 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 2005 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Azita ranked #4598 for girls in England and Wales in 2004, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 girls were registered as Azita.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Azita as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4598
2004
Births in 2004
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Azita mean?
The name Azita has its origins in the Persian language and culture, and it is believed to have been in use since ancient times. It is derived from the Persian word "azad," which means "free" or "noble." The name Azita is a combination of "azad" and the suffix "-ita," which is commonly used in Persian names to indicate endearment or diminutive form.
In ancient Persian mythology, Azita was the name of a goddess associated with fertility and abundance. The name was also mentioned in some ancient Persian texts and scriptures, although the exact references are not widely documented.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Azita can be found in the works of the renowned Persian poet and philosopher, Rumi (1207-1273). In his poetic verses, Rumi referred to a character named Azita, although it is unclear whether this was a real person or a symbolic representation.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Azita. One of the most famous was Azita Matin (1920-2018), an Iranian artist and painter who was renowned for her vibrant and expressive works depicting Iranian culture and life. Her paintings are displayed in various galleries and museums around the world.
Another notable Azita was Azita Raji (1926-2019), an Iranian-American diplomat and author. She served as the United States' ambassador to Sweden from 1976 to 1977 and later wrote several books on Iranian culture and history.
In the field of literature, Azita Ghahreman (born 1962) is a prominent Iranian-Swedish writer and poet. Her works often explore themes of identity, displacement, and the experiences of immigrants and refugees.
Azita Ardakani (born 1978) is an Iranian-American filmmaker and artist known for her experimental and avant-garde films that challenge traditional narrative structures and explore themes of feminism and cultural identity.
Azita Ghanizada (born 1984) is an Afghan-American actress who has appeared in several popular television shows, including "Alphas" and "How I Met Your Mother." She is also an advocate for Afghan women's rights and has been involved in various charitable initiatives.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Azita by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Azita 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4598 | 3 | 1 |
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- Amy 52,495
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- 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
Azita: questions and answers
How popular is the name Azita in the UK right now?
In 2004, Azita was ranked #4598 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Azita most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Azita in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Azita?
A feminine name of Persian origin meaning "eternal" or "precious".
How many people are called Azita in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Azita across the 1 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.