Dry; associated with the azalea flower.
Azaelia is a modern elaboration of Azalea, derived from the Greek word 'azaleos' meaning dry, referring to the flower's preference for well-drained soil. It combines the botanical appeal of the azalea shrub with the popular 'ia' suffix found in names like Amelia or Ophelia.
About 13 girls were named Azaelia in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
