Ariel

Girl's name

Ariel is a Hebrew name meaning "lion of God" or "lioness of God." It is derived from the Hebrew word "ari" meaning "lion."

Meaning Lion of God
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 1,051 Falling
Peak year 1991

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Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Ariel Winter - Actress known for "Modern Family."
  • Ariel Lin - Taiwanese actress and singer.
  • Ariel Levy - American writer and journalist.
  • Ariel Meredith - American model.
  • Ariel Helwani - MMA journalist and broadcaster.
  • Ariel Dorfman - Chilean-American author and playwright.
  • Ariel Sharon - Former Prime Minister of Israel.
  • Ariel Pink - American musician and songwriter.
  • Ariel Gade - American actress.
  • Ariel Atkins - WNBA player for the Washington Mystics.

Sisters for Ariel

Girl names closely related to Ariel

Melanie Kimberly Alyssa Aaliyah Alison Ariana Aliyah Destiny

Brothers for Ariel

Boy names closely related to Ariel

Adrian Elias Victor Eric Johnny Sebastian Isaiah Dorian

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Ariel

Areli Arely Ari Ariella Arielle

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