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Azrael

Azrael

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A male first or last name sometimes linked with the angel of death
  • proper noun
  • /ˈæzreɪəl/
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  • Many cultures recognize Azrael as an important figure associated with the end of life.

Her, she's certainly somebody possessed of a very strong personality, as is Lyra's actual father, Lord Azrael.

Examples

  • They usually have names like Samandriel, Azrael, Castiel, Gabriel, Mihael...

    Blog text (34)

  • Did you just speak human, Azrael?

    Smurfs (2025)

  • Look, Azrael, a poor abandoned Smurf.

    Smurfs (2025)

  • My sweet Azrael, what sound do you think a Smurf makes right before he expires?

    Smurfs (2025)

  • I love you, Azrael.

    Smurfs (2025)

  • Good idea, Azrael.

    Smurfs (2025)

  • Come along, Azrael.

    Smurfs (2025)

  • In the story, the protagonist named Azrael faces his destiny as the angel of death.

  • The ancient texts describe Azrael as the guardian of souls, leading them to the afterlife.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Azrael comes from old Hebrew and Arabic parts azar ('help') and -el ('God'), the same parts you see in names like Michael. Although the name is linked to the angel of death in stories, people also use it as a normal given name or surname because its basic meaning is 'help of God'.