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Azael

Azael

Updated: by Olivia Mittak

Azael
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Azael

Azael

Azael is an uncommon baby boy’s name of Hebrew origin. Azael means “helped, strengthened by God” and comes from Azariah. Azael is a variant of the name Azazel or Azrael. Azazel is the name of a fallen angel in Christianity, Islam, and Judaisam who was condemned for marrying a human woman.

Meaning and Origin of the Name Azael:

Azael is a Hebrew boy’s name that means “helped, strengthened by God”. Azael derives from the name Azariah. Azael is also a variant of the name Azazel, who is a fallen angel in Christian, Jewish, and Islamic traditions.

Symbolism of the Name Azael:

Azael is an angel in several world religions. Azael also serves as a central figure in Jewish Yom Kippur traditions.

Nicknames for the Name Azael:

If you want to go with Azael for a name, you'll have fewer nickname options than you would with a different name. Fortunately, though, you still have choices. Here is a list of great Azael nicknames:

  • Az
  • Aza
  • Azi
  • El
  • Zael
  • Azzi
  • A.Z.
  • Zayn

Style of the Name Azael:

Traditional

Gender of the Name Azael:

Azael is a boy's name.

Pronunciation of the Name Azael:

aa-zaa-EHL

Number of Syllables in the Name Azael:

three

Emotion Evoked From the Name Azael:

Azael evokes feelings of strength and pride.

Alternative Spellings for the Name Azael:

Azayel, Azahl, Assael, Azial, Asail

Popularity of the Name Azael:

According to the Social Security Administration, Azael only recently entered the top 1,000 boy names list. In 2022, Azael ranked at 849 on this list.

  • Azazel
  • Azrael
  • Aaron
  • Abraham
  • Ezekiel
  • Ezra

Great Middle Names for the Name Azael and Their Meanings:

  • Sorin (star)
  • Nicholas (people of victory)
  • Everett (brave as a wild boar)
  • Sebastian (person from Sebastia)
  • Remington (riverside)
  • Greyson (son of the steward)
  • Ryder (messenger)
  • Zane (God is gracious)

Famous People with the Name Azael:

  • Isaac Azael Cummings Bentley (American e-sports player)
  • Azael the Ensnared (board games, "Dungeons & Dragons")
  • Azael (opera, "Il diluvio universale" by Gaetano Donizetti)
  • Azael (opera, "L'enfant prodigue" by Daniel Auber)
  • Azael Villaseñor (televisión, "Velo de novia")
  • Azael (mythology/folklore, angel in many world religions)
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