Arie

Meaning lion
Origin Dutch, Hebrew, Latin
Gender gender neutral
Opposite gender Arie
Popularity Moderate
Length 4
Syllables 2
Syllabification A-rie

About Arie

Delicate yet distinctive, Arie offers a refreshing alternative to more common short names. This choice carries an artistic sensibility, perhaps influenced by its connection to operatic arias, suggesting creativity and expressiveness. The two syllables flow effortlessly, with the long "a" sound providing openness and warmth. Arie occupies an interesting space in gender-neutral naming, working beautifully for boys while maintaining softness often absent in traditionally masculine choices. Parents selecting this name typically value individuality and aren't afraid to choose something less conventional, appreciating its gentle strength. The name has multicultural roots, appearing in Hebrew, Dutch, and Italian contexts, providing rich heritage without being tied exclusively to one tradition. Arie's brevity makes it memorable and easy to spell, eliminating the complications longer names sometimes create. It suggests someone sensitive, creative, and thoughtful—perhaps artistic or musically inclined. The name pairs well with stronger, more traditional middle names, creating interesting contrasts.

Variations of Name Arie

Ari
Ariel
Arthur
Aaron
Adrian

Nicknames for Arie

Ar
Ari
Air
Airy
Ree
Arie

Famous People Named Arie

Arie Luyendyk Jr.American race car driver
Arie CrownAmerican businessman
Arie van LentDutch footballer
Arie VosDutch cyclist
Arie HaanDutch footballer
Arie SelingerDutch-American volleyball coach
Arie KouandjioAmerican football player
Arie de GeusDutch business executive
Arie van der PlasDutch water polo player
Arie IrawanIndonesian professional golfer
Arie VerbeekDutch field hockey player
Arie Jan Haagen-SmitDutch-American biochemist
Arie de BeukelaerBelgian painter
Arie Van LysebethBelgian yoga teacher
Arie RosDutch physicist
Arie D. JonesAmerican chemical engineer
Arie Crown TheaterChicago venue
Arie SlobDutch politician
Arie van OsDutch businessman
Arie BoomsmaDutch television presenter

Characters Named Arie

Arie Buchananfrom the book series "Modern Faerie Tales" by Holly Black
Arie Schimmelfrom the novel "The Lost Honor of Katharina Blum" by Heinrich Böll
Arie Thomassenfrom the novel "The Assault" by Harry Mulisch
Arie and Olliefrom the movie "A Night at the Opera"
Arie Tevensonfrom the TV series "The West Wing"
Arie Loebfrom the book "The Light of Falling Stars" by J. Robert Lennon
Arie Honfrom the webtoon "Tower of God" by SIU
Arie Foresterfrom the book "The Keeper of Lost Things" by Ruth Hogan

Other Popular Names Beginning with A

Alonso
Abram
Austin
Avyaan
Abdiel
Azael
Adrian
August
Armani
Amos