"great, magnificent, mighty"
Origin: Arabic
Language: English
Azim
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A name of divine greatness—magnificent in every culture
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Meaning & Origin
"exalted, supreme"
Origin: Islamic tradition
Language: English
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The Story of Azim
Azim derives from the Arabic root 'ʿaẓuma' (عظم), meaning to be great, mighty, or magnificent. 'Al-Azim' (The Great, The Magnificent) is one of the 99 beautiful names (Asma ul-Husna) of Allah in Islamic theology, giving this name profound spiritual significance. The name is used widely across the Arabic-speaking world, South Asia (particularly Pakistan and Bangladesh), East Africa (in Swahili-speaking communities), and wherever Islam has historically spread.
Azim has been a classic name in Islamic communities for over a thousand years. In South Asia, it gained particular popularity through the Mughal period when Arabic names held high prestige. It remains consistently used across Muslim communities worldwide.
As a derivative of one of the 99 names of Allah, Azim carries deep spiritual meaning in Islam. Parents who choose this name often aspire for their son to embody greatness of character and spirit. The name is particularly honored in Sufi traditions, where the greatness of God is a central meditative theme.
Historical Record
Azim first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 569 babies have been named Azim in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Azim is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,194 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Al-Azim (The Great) is one of the 99 names of God in Islamic theology
- The word 'azim' appears in the Quran multiple times to describe God's greatness
- Azim Premji, one of the richest men in India and a major philanthropist, bears this name
Azim in Other Languages
Urdu
عظیم
Arabic
عظيم
Bengali
আজিম
Persian
عظیم
Swahili
Azim
Turkish
Azim
Popularity Over Time
#4,194
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Azim
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Azim Khamisa
Activist
1950
American activist and founder of the Tariq Khamisa Foundation, promoting peace and nonviolence after the murder of his s...
American activist and founder of the Tariq Khamisa Foundation, promoting peace and nonviolence after the murder of his son
A
Azim Premji
Business
1945
Indian billionaire philanthropist and chairman of Wipro Limited, one of India's leading IT companies; donated over $21 b...
Indian billionaire philanthropist and chairman of Wipro Limited, one of India's leading IT companies; donated over $21 billion to charity
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,194
- Total SSA Count
- 25
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Islamic South Asian Persian Swahili
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Azim
What does the name Azim mean?
"great, magnificent, mighty" (from Arabic). "exalted, supreme" (from Islamic tradition). Azim derives from the Arabic root 'ʿaẓuma' (عظم), meaning to be great, mighty, or magnificent. 'Al-Azim' (The Great, The Magnificent) is one of the 99 beautiful names (Asma ul-Husna) of Allah in Islamic theology, giving this name profound spiritual significance. The name is used widely across the Arabic-speaking world, South Asia (particularly Pakistan and Bangladesh), East Africa (in Swahili-speaking communities), and wherever Islam has historically spread.
What is the origin of the name Azim?
Azim has Arabic, Islamic tradition, Islamic, South Asian, Persian, and Swahili origins. In Arabic, it means "great, magnificent, mighty". In Islamic tradition, it means "exalted, supreme".
Is Azim a boy or girl name?
Azim is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Azim?
Azim is currently ranked #4194 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Azim?
Popular middle name pairings include Azim Hassan, Azim Omar, Azim Ali, Azim Ibrahim, Azim Malik, and Azim Rayan.
What are good sibling names for Azim?
Names that pair well with Azim as siblings include Zaid, Farouk, Laila, Yasmin, Imran, and Nadia.
How many syllables does Azim have?
Azim has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Azim a common or rare name?
Azim is an uncommon name, ranked #4194 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Azim
Azim is a boy name with Arabic, Islamic, South Asian, Persian, and Swahili origins . The name means "great, magnificent, mighty" in Arabic .
Azim is currently ranked #4,194 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Azim has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Azim include Az. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Azim include Aziel, Aziah, Aziz, Azir, Azier . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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