Azerbaijan registered 20,362 newborn babies during the first three months of the current year, according to registration departments of the Ministry of Justice. Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the data was released by the State Statistics Committee, highlighting the demographic trends in the country for the first quarter of 2026.
The report indicates that the birth rate per 1,000 people in Azerbaijan decreased from 8.8 to 8.0 compared to the corresponding period in 2025. Of the total newborns, 53.8 percent were boys and 46.2 percent were girls. The statistics further reveal that the births included 698 sets of twins and 27 sets of triplets. Meanwhile, 15,019 deaths were recorded in January-March 2026, with the mortality rate per 1,000 people increasing from 5.6 to 5.9 compared to the previous year.
Demographic monitoring in Azerbaijan is a key component of the state's social policy, aimed at analyzing population growth and public health trends. The State Statistics Committee provides these comprehensive figures to assist in the planning of national social protection programs and healthcare initiatives. Such data is vital for the government to address the evolving needs of the population and ensure the sustainable development of the Republic's social infrastructure.
