Ari

Boy's name

Ari is a Hebrew name meaning "lion." It is also a Finnish name derived from Adrian.

Meaning Lion of God
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 805
Peak year 2022

Appears In These Collections

Gender-Neutral Cute Celestial Names Starting With A

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Ariana Grande - Singer and actress
  • Ari Melber - Journalist and TV host
  • Ari Emanuel - Talent agent and co-CEO of WME
  • Ari Shaffir - Comedian and podcaster
  • Ari Gold - Fictional character in "Entourage"
  • Ari Behn - Norwegian author and artist
  • Ari Fleischer - Former White House Press Secretary
  • Ari Aster - Film director known for horror movies
  • Ari Graynor - Actress known for comedic roles
  • Ari Shapiro - NPR journalist and host

Brothers for Ari

Boy names closely related to Ari

Aidan Sam Harry Max Zachary Nico Nicholas Frank

Sisters for Ari

Girl names closely related to Ari

Talia Nina Noa Pearl Hailey Aliya Sienna Liana

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Ari

Areli Arely Ariel Ariella Arielle

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