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UK girl's name

Azula

A feminine name derived from the Sanskrit word "asura", meaning "demon" or "spirit".

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.

Azula is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Azula popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4843, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 4 births.

This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2024 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.

Azula is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Azula. 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

  • Azula ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2024, when 4 girls were registered as Azula.
  • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Azula as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4843

2024

Births in 2024

4

Latest year

Peak year

2024

4 births

Estimated living

4

2026

Meaning

What does Azula mean?

The given name Azula is believed to have its origins in the Sanskrit language, which was prevalent in ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "azul," meaning "blue" or "azure." The name's linguistic roots can be traced back to the Vedic period, around 1500–500 BCE, when Sanskrit was the primary language of the Indian subcontinent.

In Hindu mythology, the name Azula is associated with the color blue, which is often symbolic of the infinite expanse of the sky and the vastness of the universe. It is also linked to the concept of calmness, tranquility, and serenity, qualities that are revered in many Eastern philosophies and spiritual traditions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Azula can be found in the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharata. In this renowned text, which dates back to around the 8th or 9th century BCE, there is a character named Azula, who is depicted as a wise and noble warrior.

Throughout history, the name Azula has been borne by several notable individuals. One of the most famous was Azula, an Indian princess who lived in the 6th century CE. She was known for her beauty, intelligence, and patronage of the arts and culture.

Another prominent figure with the name Azula was Azula Khan, a powerful ruler of the Mughal Empire in the 16th century CE. He was renowned for his military prowess and his contribution to the expansion of the Mughal territories.

In the realm of literature, Azula Devi was a celebrated Indian poet who lived during the 17th century CE. Her works were widely acclaimed for their lyrical beauty and profound insights into the human condition.

Moving forward in time, Azula Begum was a prominent social reformer and activist from Bangladesh, who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She was a pioneering advocate for women's rights and education in her country.

More recently, Azula Rahim was a renowned Pakistani artist and sculptor who gained international recognition for her innovative and thought-provoking works of art. She lived from 1928 to 2009 and left an indelible mark on the art world.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Azula by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Azula 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 #4843 4 1

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FAQ

Azula: questions and answers

How popular is the name Azula in the UK right now?

In 2024, Azula was ranked #4843 for girls in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.

When was Azula most popular?

The peak year on record was 2024, with 4 babies registered as Azula in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Azula?

A feminine name derived from the Sanskrit word "asura", meaning "demon" or "spirit".

How many people are called Azula in the UK?

A total of 4 babies have been registered as Azula 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.