Dry; refers to the azalea flower
A modern elaboration of the flower name Azalea, derived from the Greek word 'azaleos' meaning dry. The plant was so named because it thrives in well-drained or sandy soil. This spelling adds a soft 'h' ending, common in contemporary American naming trends.
About 46 girls were named Azaleah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).