Azania

Azania meaning and name origin

Azania \a-za-nia\ as a girl's name is of Hebrew origin, and the meaning of Azania is "heard by God". From the male name Azaniah, borne by a minor biblical character. The name is now used mainly with reference to the African nationalist name for South Africa, as a symbol of resistance during the apartheid era.

For more information, see also the related name Azalia.

Baby names that sound like Azania are Osanna, Osana, Oceania, Yazenia and Ysanna. Other similar baby names are Avania and Azaria.

View a list of the 2 names that reference Azania.

Popularity of Azania

Azania is not a popular first name for women and an equally uncommon surname or last name for all people. (1990 U.S. Census)

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