Azat is of Turkic origin and means 'free, independent'. It is popular among various Turkic-speaking countries such as Turkey, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Tatarstan. Azat is typically used for boys, though in some cultures it may also be used for girls. The name has gained international recognition due to its use by prominent figures like Azat Mammadov, a renowned Azerbaijani pianist, and Azat Niyazov, a Kyrgyzstani football coach.
"Azat had 6 births in 2022, bringing its total to 6."