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Azucena
Pronounced ah-soo-SEH-nah /Ι.suΛsΙ.nΙ/High
Meaning: White lily, Madonna lily; from Spanish azucena, borrowed from Arabic as-susanaHigh
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Azucena is the Spanish word for the white Madonna lily, borrowed from Arabic as-susana during the centuries of Moorish Iberia β and that Arabic word descends from the same ancient source as Hebrew Shoshana, making Azucena and Susan long-lost cousins. As a Marian flower name it became a traditional Spanish given name.
Verdi gave the name operatic drama through the tormented gypsy Azucena of Il Trovatore. The name remains traditional in Mexico and Central America and rare in the wider U.S. β a lily with layers.
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Azucena Maizani (1902-1970)Argentine tango singer and actress
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Azucena Villaflor (1924-1977)Argentine activist and co-founder of the Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Azucena mean?
Azucena is Spanish for 'white lily' β the Madonna lily β borrowed from Arabic as-susana.
How do you pronounce Azucena?
It's said ah-soo-SEH-nah /Ι.suΛsΙ.nΙ/ β four syllables, stress on the third.
Is Azucena a boy or girl name?
Azucena is a girl's name.
How popular is Azucena?
Azucena is rare in the U.S. and traditional in Mexico and Central America.