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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Azael

God is helper

Pronunciation: ah-ZAY-el (/ɑːzɑːˈɛl/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 70
Meaning
God is helper
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
7
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Stone
Sapphire
Life Path
6
Popularity Score
70
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: BlueWhite

What does Azael mean?

Azael means 'God is helper' in Hebrew. In the Bible, Azael is a name of an angel and a demon. As an angel, Azael was responsible for caring for animals and nature. As a demon, he was believed to be the ruler of all demons, the ‘Satan of Satans.’

Azael in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
עזאזל
עזאזל - השם שמייחס לאלוהים, נושא עוון, או שד
Greek
Αζαήλ
Αζαήλ - το όνομα που σχετίζεται με το Θεό, ο φορέας της αμαρτίας
Latin
Azael
Azael - nomen Dei, portator peccati, daemon
English
Azael
Azael - God strengthens, bearer of sin, or demon

How to pronounce Azael

English pronunciation
ah-ZAY-el
Biblical pronunciation
עֲזָאֵל
IPA notation
/ɑːzɑːˈɛl/

Numerology & personality

A person with a life path number 6 is loving, nurturing, and caring. They are natural healers and tend to put others' needs before their own.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbol of divine assistance and protection.

The name Azael has cultural significance in Jewish and Christian folklore. In Jewish tradition, the name Azael is associated with the biblical figure Azazel, who was believed to be the angel of destruction and chaos. In Christian mythology, Azael is depicted as a fallen angel, a demon who tempted Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden and led humanity away from God. This cultural significance can be seen in various artistic and literary works throughout history, from medieval illuminated manuscripts to modern novels and films.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Leviticus (Leviticus 16:8, 10, 26)

Popularity of Azael by region

Region Country Score Year
Poland PL 67 2024
United Kingdom UK 85 2024

Spelling variations of Azael

AzaaelAzel

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Frequently asked questions about Azael

What does Azael mean?
Azael means 'God is helper' in Hebrew.
Is Azael a Christianity name?
Yes, Azael is a name with religious significance in Christianity as it is mentioned in the Bible as a name of an angel and a demon.
How to pronounce Azael?
A-za-el
Is Azael popular today?
No, Azael is a rare name and is not commonly used today.
What is the origin of Azael?
Azael is a Hebrew name.