Azan
2025 SSA
About Azan
Azan is a masculine name with Islamic origins, derived from Arabic. It refers to the Islamic call to prayer, 'adhan' or 'azan,' which is recited five times daily to summon Muslims to worship. The name carries deep spiritual significance in Muslim communities worldwide. Beyond its religious meaning, Azan phonetically has a strong, concise quality with its two distinct syllables. The name is increasingly recognized globally, though remains more common in Muslim-majority countries and Muslim communities elsewhere. For parents seeking a name with religious significance or cultural heritage, Azan offers a meaningful choice that connects a child to Islamic traditions while having a contemporary sound that works well across cultural boundaries.
Pronounced AH-zahn.
As of October 2026, Azan ranked #3317 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3009 for boys in 2022.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,552 | 21 | 10.9 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | #4,635 | 21 | 11.1 |
| 2017 | #4,339 | 23 | 12.4 |
| 2018 | #4,002 | 26 | 14.3 |
| 2019 | #4,346 | 23 | 12.8 |
| 2020 | #4,286 | 23 | 13.3 |
| 2021 | #4,023 | 26 | 14.9 |
| 2022 | #3,009 | 41 | 23.5 |
| 2023 | #3,354 | 35 | 20.5 |
| 2024 | #3,391 | 34 | 19.7 |
| 2025 | #3,317 | 35 | 20.5 |