Rising, shining, or helper
Azira is a name with multiple potential roots, most notably from Arabic origins where it relates to the concept of helping or supporting. In some contexts, it is also associated with the Hebrew root for rising or shining. It offers a modern, melodic alternative to more common names like Azaria or Amira.
Less common today
Azira isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,794 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).