Azim
Meaninggreat, mighty · Arabic
Azim is an Arabic boy name meaning “great, mighty”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
Did you know?
- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Azim would score 15 points, thanks largely to the Z (worth 10).
- GenerationAzim is having its moment right now. Most Azims are still in diapers or at preschool, so picture a Gen Alpha or Gen Beta kid.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Azim would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 47,393 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryAzim first shows up in US birth records in 1973, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 52 years since.
US births per million boys, 1973–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Azim
Azim is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “great, mighty”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It has been around for generations, yet it's never been more loved than it is today. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
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- Boy name: Caleb · dog, faithful
- Boy name: Silas · of the forest
- Boy name: Aaron · possibly exalted
- Boy name: Amir · prince, commander
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- Boy name: Jasper · treasurer
- Boy name: Muhammad · praised
- Boy name: Omar · flourishing, long-lived
Questions about the name Azim
What does the name Azim mean?
Azim means “great, mighty” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Reginald (“mighty counsel”), Titan (“mighty giant”), Aziz (“mighty, cherished”) and Jelani (“mighty, strong”).
What is the origin of the name Azim?
Azim is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).
Is Azim a boy or girl name?
Azim is a boy name. In 2025, 36 US boys were named Azim.
How popular is the name Azim?
Azim ranked #3,240 for US boys in 2025, given to 36 babies. That's its best rank ever: the name is at the height of its popularity right now. Over the last five years it has climbed 1,995 places.
What names are similar to Azim?
If you like Azim, you might also like Reginald, Titan, Aziz and Jelani.
What should I know before naming my baby Azim?
Azim is an Arabic boy name meaning “great, mighty”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.