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Azariah

Gender: Masculine
Language: English
Etymology:
Azariah comes from a Hebrew name meaning “Jehovah Has Helped.”

History:
Azariah was a name belonging to many different people in the Old Testament, including many priests. It was revived by 17th century English Puritans.

Occasionally, it is given to girls as well.

Pronunciation: ah-zar-ee-ah.

Alternates: Azaria, Azarious, Azaryahu.
Greek: Azarias.

Famous Bearers:
Religious Figures:
Azariah Cutting Flagg (1790-1873)
American politician.

Popularity:
Percentage from the 1990 U.S. Census:
less than 0.004 % named Azariah

Popularity of Azariah:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1900-2000: N/A

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