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Pronounced ar-ih-ZOH-nuh /ˌæɹ.ɪ.ˈzoʊ.nə/Medium

Meaning: Small springMedium

In 30 seconds: Arizona is an English girl's name often glossed as 'small spring', borrowed from the American place name.

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Origin MediumEnglish

MeaningSmall spring

U.S. rank (2024)#1837 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births109 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2020

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,454

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Used as a given name, Arizona carries the gloss 'small spring' and the wide-open feel of the place it shares its name with. Its four long syllables give it a sweeping, distinctive sound. It belongs to the family of place-names adopted for children.

The name rolls easily, the gentle 'Ar-' opening leading into a soft '-zona' close. Its strong sense of place and unusual length make it a bold, memorable choice.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Arizona is 'small spring', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name - Arizona — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Sierra— Another Spanish-flavored American place name used for girls, with a similar landscape feel.

Savannah— Shares Arizona's place-name origin and flowing, multi-syllable sound.

Montana— A fellow U.S. place name turned given name with the same open, Western feel.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Arizona mean?

Arizona is usually explained as meaning 'small spring' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Arizona?

It's commonly said ar-ih-ZOH-nuh /ˌæɹ.ɪ.ˈzoʊ.nə/.

Is Arizona a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Arizona is used as a girl name.

How popular is Arizona?

In 2024, Arizona ranked #1837 in the U.S. for girls, with 109 births recorded.