Aza

Aza is a short, cross-cultural term that appears in various contexts as a given name, a surname, or a part of longer names. The exact meaning and usage of Aza differ by language and culture, and it can be adopted independently in different regions.

As a personal name, Aza is used in multiple traditions and can function as a standalone given name or as part of longer names. Its popularity and gender association vary widely by country and era, and it may appear alongside related names with similar roots or phonetics.

In chemistry, the prefix aza- is used to indicate the substitution of a nitrogen atom for a carbon atom in an organic framework. This nomenclature helps describe heterocyclic compounds and other nitrogen-containing derivatives, and it appears in systematic names such as azabicyclic or azacyclic compounds.

AZA is also an acronym in organizational contexts, most notably for the American Zoo and Aquarium Association, an international coalition of zoos, aquariums, and related institutions dedicated to wildlife conservation, education, and research. This acronym is case-sensitive and distinct from the use of Aza as a personal name.

See also variations such as Azah, Azar, or Azaa, which may appear in related linguistic or naming contexts. The meaning and interpretation of Aza should be inferred from its specific usage.