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Azucena
Azucena Pronunciation
Azucena is pronounced ah-soo-SEH-nah /ɑ.suˈsɛ.nɑ/High
Meaning: White lily, Madonna lily; from Spanish azucena, borrowed from Arabic as-susanaHigh
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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 — 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. — a lily with layers.
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How do you pronounce Azucena?
Azucena is pronounced ah-soo-SEH-nah (/ɑ.suˈsɛ.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Azucena said aloud.
How do you say Azucena?
Azucena is said ah-soo-SEH-nah (/ɑ.suˈsɛ.nɑ/). Press play above to hear Azucena said aloud.
What does the name Azucena mean?
Azucena is Spanish for 'white lily' — the Madonna lily — borrowed from Arabic as-susana.
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.