The azalea flower
Azaleya is a modern phonetic spelling variant of Azalea, which is derived from the Greek word 'azaleos' meaning dry. The name refers to the flowering shrub that thrives in well-drained soil. While the flower itself is associated with beauty and femininity, the name's etymological root highlights the plant's environmental preference.
Less common today
Azaleya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,302 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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