Ariel Name Meaning, Origin, History, And Popularity

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Origin, Meaning, And History Of Ariel

The name Ariel has biblical roots derived from the Hebrew words “Ari,” meaning ‘lion,’ and “el,” signifying ‘God.’ In the Bible, Ariel refers to the city of Jerusalem and is also attributed to spirits and angels in English literature.

Ariel is also the name of one of the five largest moons of Uranus. Sir John Herschel named the moon after William Lassell’s request, the discoverer of Uranus. The name Ariel is unisex, but the French variation, Arielle, is more commonly used for girls. Pronunciation varies across cultures but is generally pronounced as EHR-ee-əl in English.

Ariella is an English female variant, and Arik is the Hebrew diminutive of Ariel. It is also spelled ‘Ari’el in Biblical Hebrew and Arihel in Biblical Latin.

Ariel is a popular name that has been used for various fictional characters in literature, film, and television. One of the most famous characters is Ariel, the mermaid princess from Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” She is depicted as a brave, curious, and adventurous young woman who defies her father’s orders and risks everything for love.

Another iconic character with the name is Ariel from Shakespeare’s play “The Tempest,” a spirit bound to serve the magician Prospero who plays a significant role in turning the two main characters into lovers.

Other notable fictional characters with the name include Ariel Moore from the movie “Footloose” and Ariel, a character in the anime and manga series “Black Butler.” The name’s popularity in literature and media highlights its widespread use and cultural significance.

Ariel

Meaning Lion of God

Gender Boy

Origin Hebrew

Lucky Number 9

Syllables Two

Length 1 word, 5 letters, 3 vowels, 2 consonants

Type Short and easy to pronounce

How To Pronounce Ariel?

Pronounced as eh-ree-ahl

The way you pronounce a name can make all the difference.

Listen to the sound of the name Ariel in English.

Famous People With The Name Ariel

Ariel Winter WorkmanAmerican actress famous for playing Alex Dunphy in the series Modern Family
Ariel Serena Hedges BowenAfrican-American writer, temperance activist, and professor of music
Ariel BybeeDistinguished soloist, voice teacher and university opera director who sang over 460 performances at the Metropolitan Opera
Ariel DurantRussian-born American researcher and writer who won the Pulitzer prize for General Non-Fiction
Ariel GartenCanadian artist, scientist, and intellection known for her work in combining art and science
Ariel GoreFounding editor/publisher of award winning publication covering culture and politics of motherhood

Ariel On The Popularity Chart

Over the past few decades, the popularity of Ariel has been inconsistent, with its peak being observed in the 20th century. However, since then, the name has been going down in favor.

Popularity Over Time

The name Ariel rose in popularity in 1991, with 666 babies per million bearing the name, and in the following years, the graph below shows a wavering pattern in its usage.

Source: Social Security Administration

Rank Over Time

The name has seen a decline in rank over forty years. The highest rank of 12,451 was held in the year 1983.

Source: Social Security Administration

Ariel On MomJunction Popularity Chart

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Names With Similar Sound As Ariel

The name can have multiple spelling and pronunciation variations. Below are a few suggestions that have the same sound as Ariel.

Popular Sibling Names For Ariel

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Boy Sibling Names For Ariel

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Girl Sibling Names For Ariel

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Other Popular Names Beginning With A

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Names With Similar Meaning As Ariel

Here are a few name suggestions if you are fond of the meaning the name Ariel holds.

Anagram Names Of Ariel

William Shakespeare is known for his ‘onomastic wit,’ with anagrams being one of them (remember the play Twelfth Night?). Anagram is the rearrangement of the same letters to form different words. Anagramming names has been in vogue for centuries now, and why not when it can create some cute names? Anagram baby names stand out with their unique sound and spellings. You may try an anagram of your name or your partner’s; even better if you combine both names and then try an anagram for the baby. It all stays in the family this way. You may also try anagram names for siblings, especially twins. Here are some anagrams of Ariel.

Areli

Arlie

Elira

Rilea

Relia

Laire

Popular Songs On The Name Ariel

Song	Artist
La Vida Ruina (feat. Ariel Camacho)	Grupo Marca Registrada

Acrostic Poem On Ariel

Dive into the lyrical charm of the name Ariel with this acrostic poem. Witness how each letter paints together a story, capturing the name’s individuality, strength, vitality, and sophistication. Inspiring, is it? Why not try a similar poem that describes what you think of your baby’s personality?

Artistic and altruistic and you are so futuristic.

Reflecting radiance and practicing resilience.

Imagination beyond compare, an inspiration for everyone you care.

Energetic and enigmatic, eagerly embracing every new day.

Lively soul illuminated with joyous laughter.

Ariel’s Zodiac Sign And Birth Star As Per Vedic Astrology

Vedic astrology, also called Jyotisha, provides deep insights into a person’s life based on celestial positions at birth. Rashi and nakshatra, which are an integral part of Jyotisha, are believed to influence an individual’s personality and life events. The following sections give you rashi-related information, such as the associated letters, elements, ruling body, quality, and nakshatra for the name ariel. These details help analyze a person’s characteristics, personality, and behavior.

Zodiac Sign (Rashi)

As shown in the following table, each rashi is associated with specific sounds, which are often used as the starting letters of names for newborns in Hindu families. Each rashi is represented by a figure and one of the five elements – Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether (Space). One ruling celestial body, known as its 'rashi lord' or 'ruler' is assigned to these rashis. These bodies include Venus, Mars, Sun, Moon, Mercury, Jupiter, and Saturn. Furthermore, the rashis are assigned various qualities or gunas.

Rashi (zodiac sign)	Mesha (Aries)
Starting letters for Mesha (Aries) rashi	A, L, E, I, O
Representation	Ram
Element	Fire
Ruling body	Mars
Quality	Movable (chara)

Birth Star (Nakshatra)

Another important aspect of Vedic Astrology is the nakshatras, the lunar constellations or star clusters that the Moon occupies during a person's birth. There are 27 nakshatras, each with its own unique qualities, attributes, and symbolism. Each rashi contains two-and-one-fourth nakshatras in it. For example, Aries contains Ashwini, Bharani, and Krithika nakshatras.

The below table provides information on the nakshatras’ degrees on the zodiac circle, their lords and related syllables, for babies born in the Mesha (Aries) rashi. These syllables/phonetics are popularly used to choose the baby name. For precise nakshatra calculation based on your baby's birthplace and date, use our Nakshatra Calculator.

Nakshatra	Degrees Of The Nakshatra	Nakshatra Lord (Ruler)	Name Syllables
Ashwini (Awasthi, Aswini)	Aries (0 to 13.20 degrees)	Ketu	Chu, Che, Cho, Choo, La, Laa
Bharani	Aries (13. 20 to 26.40 degrees)	Venus	Lee, Lu, Le, Lo, Li
Krittika (Karthikai, Krithika)	Aries (26.40 to 30.00 degrees)	Sun	Aa, Ae, E, Ee, Ai, A, I, Oo, U

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Ariel In Different Languages

It’s exciting to see our baby’s name spelled and written in various languages. See how people spell Ariel in Spanish, French, German, Italian, and more! Each language has its own way of saying Ariel, but it’s still the same special name. Learn how the name looks and sounds in different languages around the world!

Name	Language	Code
Ariel	English	en
爱丽儿	Chinese	zh-CN
एरियल	Hindi	hi
Ariel	Spanish	es
Ariel	French	fr
ارييل	Arabic	ar
এরিয়েল	Bengali	bn
Ariel	Portuguese	pt
Ариэль	Russian	ru
ایریل	Urdu	ur
Ariel	Indonesian	id
Ariel	German	de
アリエル	Japanese	ja
एरियल	Marathi	mr
ఏరియల్	Telugu	te
Ariel	Turkish	tr
ஏரியல்	Tamil	ta
Ariel	Vietnamese	vi
Ariel	Tagalog	tl
아리엘	Korean	ko
Ariel	Hausa	ha
Ariel	Swahili	sw
Ariel	Javanese	jv
Ariel	Italian	it
ਏਰੀਅਲ	Punjabi	pa
એરિયલ	Gujarati	gu
แอเรียล	Thai	th
ಏರಿಯಲ್	Kannada	kn
አሪኤል	Amharic	am
एरियल	Bhojpuri	bho
Ariel	Yoruba	yo

How To Communicate The Name Ariel In Sign Languages

In Nautical Flags

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In Sign Language

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In Braille Alphabet

ariel

In Morse Code

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In Binary

01100001 01110010 01101001 01100101 01101100

Name Numerology For Ariel

Numerology is an occult system that gives significance to numbers and their influence on human life and destiny. Numerologists attribute specific qualities, energies, and characteristics to a number. Parents who believe in numerology prefer to choose baby names that resonate positively with the child’s unique numerical vibrations, often derived from their date of birth. Here we give a general birth number and personality traits of the name Ariel, based on the Pythagorean (Western) system. This analysis will differ from child to child based on their date of birth. You may use our numerology calculator for more personalized information.

Baby Name Lists Containing Ariel

Read through our baby name lists that include the name Ariel and several other similar names. The wider the choice, the better your selection. Isn't it?

Movie Titles Inspired By The Name Ariel

Discover the presence of Ariel in an array of films. Know about the various movies that have this name.

Movie title	Other titles	Release year
Ariel Phenomenon		2022
Ariel: Back to Buenos Aires	Ariel, Страсть, любовь и ненависть в Буэнос-Айресе, 生命之舞	2022
Meir Ariel - A Song of Pain	Meir Ariel - Shir Ke'ev	2020
Hand in the Glove	Ariel Oji to Kanshinin	2015
Maverick and Ariel's First Ever Ever Movie Hollywood or Else... (Ang pinakamahabang title ng movie sa balat ng lupa)	American Idol	2010
A Promise to the Dead: The Exile Journey of Ariel Dorfman	El exilio de Ariel Dorfman, Imerologia exorias tou Ariel Dorfman	2007
Ariel	Ariel - Abgebrannt in Helsinki, Mayonaka no Niji, Αριέλ, Ариэль, 真夜中の虹	1988

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the meaning of the name Ariel?

The name Ariel means ‘lion’ and ‘God.’

2. What is the origin of the name Ariel?

Ariel has a Biblical origin.

3. How to pronounce the name Ariel?

Ariel is pronounced as eh-ree-ahl.

4. What is a cute nickname for Ariel?

Ari, Arie, Arrie, Riel, and Elle are some cute nickname choices for the unisex name Ariel. These names will add a personal touch while addressing someone named Ariel.

5. What middle name goes with Ariel?

If you’re looking for gender-neutral middle names to complement Ariel, there are several suitable options. For example, Arden, which means ‘a place of solitude and beauty,’ Dakota, which means ‘friend,’ Finley, meaning ‘fair warrior,’ Hayden, which implies ‘of the hay fields’ or ‘fire,’ and Drew, which means ‘wise,’ are all excellent choices. These names work well for both boys and girls.

6. How many people are named Ariel in the US?

Ariel is a name that can be used for both boys and girls. However, its popularity varies between the two genders. In the year 2022, there were 1,279 baby girls named Ariel, while only 515 baby boys were given the name Ariel. This shows that Ariel is more commonly used as a name for girls than for boys in recent years (1).

7. What are the common characteristics or traits associated with people named Ariel?

People named Ariel are associated with personality number 3. Individuals with this personality number tend to be attractive and have a good sense of fashion and appreciate fine things in life. They are also good at spotting opportunities and making the most of them.

8. Is the name Ariel considered trendy or timeless?

The name Ariel can be considered both trendy and timeless. In recent years, Ariel has gained popularity and could be considered trendy due to its association with the Disney princess character from The Little Mermaid. On the other hand, Ariel has a long history and can be seen as a timeless name. It has biblical origins and is derived from the Hebrew words Ari meaning ‘lion’ and el meaning ‘God.’

9. Is the name Ariel more commonly used in certain countries or regions?

Ariel is a unisex name of Hebrew origin and is most popular in the US, followed by Brazil, Argentina, France, and Italy. In 2022, the name is given to over 1000 babies in the US.

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Popularity of name Ariel.
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