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Azalee
Pronounced az-ə-LEE /ˌæz.əˈli/High
Meaning: A spelling of Azalea — from Greek azaleos, 'dry' (the azalea flower, which thrives in dry soil)Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Azalee is a spelling of Azalea — from Greek azaleos, 'dry' (the azalea, a bright flowering shrub once thought to thrive in dry soil). A lyrical, nature-sweet name; the -lee styling personalizes it (nicknames Aza, Lee).
It registers thinly beside Azalea. Rare in this spelling, the-azalea-flower at the root, and nature-sweet.
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What does the name Azalee mean?
Azalee spells Azalea — the azalea flower, from Greek 'dry'.
How do you pronounce Azalee?
It's said az-ə-LEE /ˌæz.əˈli/ — three syllables, stress on the third.
Is Azalee a boy or girl name?
Azalee is a girl's name.
How popular is Azalee?
Azalee is a rare name in the U.S.