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Azura

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Pronounced uh-ZHOOR-uh /ə.ˈʒʊɹ.ə/Medium

Meaning: Sky blueMedium

In 30 seconds: Azura is an English name meaning 'sky blue', drawn from the color azure.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningSky blue
U.S. rank (2024)#1848 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births108 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 890

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419752024

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

History & Origin

Azura is built on the color word azure, giving it the meaning 'sky blue'. It belongs to the small set of English color and gem-toned names chosen for their vivid imagery. The bright connotation, rather than any deep historical lineage, is what makes it appealing.

The rolling three syllables and central 'z' give it a smooth, slightly exotic sound. The actress Azura Skye is a familiar bearer of the name.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Azura is 'sky blue', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Azura — 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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Famous Bearers

  • ★Azura Skye (1981–present)
    Female public figure listed on Behind the Name.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Azura mean?

Azura is usually explained as meaning 'sky blue' and is most often linked with English tradition.

How do you pronounce Azura?

It's commonly said uh-ZHOOR-uh /ə.ˈʒʊɹ.ə/.

Is Azura a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Azura?

In 2024, Azura ranked #1848 in the U.S. for girls, with 108 births recorded.