gender neutral
Ariel
lion of God
About Ariel
Ariel dances between whimsy and substance, offering enchantment without sacrificing credibility. This name benefits from universal recognition while maintaining sophisticated appeal. Ariel suggests someone imaginative yet grounded, artistic yet practical—a beautiful duality that serves well across all life stages. The name has literary pedigree from Shakespeare and contemporary cultural touchpoints, giving it both gravitas and accessibility. Ariel works internationally, pronounced similarly across languages while maintaining its distinct character. It offers gender flexibility, though it's increasingly embraced for girls with fresh enthusiasm. The name implies someone who dreams big but possesses the determination to achieve those dreams. Ariel flows beautifully in combination with various middle names and works with virtually any surname. For parents wanting a name that balances fantasy and reality, creativity and capability, Ariel provides that equilibrium perfectly.
Popularity of the Name Ariel
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | #895 | ||||
| 1979 | #951 | ||||
| 1980 | #853 | ||||
| 1981 | #722 | ||||
| 1982 | #394 | ||||
| 1983 | #348 | ||||
| 1984 | #362 | ||||
| 1985 | #379 | ||||
| 1986 | #364 | ||||
| 1987 | #373 | ||||
| 1988 | #277 | ||||
| 1989 | #209 | ||||
| 1990 | #94 | ||||
| 1991 | #66 | #186 | |||
| 1992 | #87 | #345 | #213 | ||
| 1993 | #121 | #255 | |||
| 1994 | #146 | #293 | |||
| 1995 | #151 | #284 | |||
| 1996 | #163 | #309 | |||
| 1997 | #145 | #260 | |||
| 1998 | #147 | #253 | |||
| 1999 | #171 | #276 | |||
| 2000 | #184 | #353 | |||
| 2001 | #197 | #337 | |||
| 2002 | #215 | #321 | |||
| 2003 | #213 | #364 | |||
| 2004 | #219 | #363 | |||
| 2005 | #222 | #325 | |||
| 2006 | #202 | #278 | |||
| 2007 | #188 | #270 | |||
| 2008 | #217 | #341 | |||
| 2009 | #205 | #289 | |||
| 2010 | #213 | #932 | #265 | ||
| 2011 | #220 | #265 | |||
| 2012 | #181 | #918 | #177 | ||
| 2013 | #145 | #378 | #178 | ||
| 2014 | #132 | #347 | #868 | #145 | |
| 2015 | #137 | #144 | |||
| 2016 | #140 | #142 | |||
| 2017 | #142 | #944 | #298 | #169 | |
| 2018 | #154 | #962 | #356 | #156 | |
| 2019 | #172 | #828 | #370 | #156 | |
| 2020 | #200 | #689 | #537 | #185 | |
| 2021 | #220 | #955 | #860 | #198 | |
| 2022 | #236 | #215 | |||
| 2023 | #287 | #861 | #307 | ||
| 2024 | #300 | #906 | #320 | ||
| 2025 | #356 | #971 | #868 | #330 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Ariel
Names Similar to Ariel
Nicknames for Ariel
- Ari
- Arie
- Elle
- Aerie
- Ri
Famous People Named Ariel
| Ariel Winter | American actress known for her role in the TV series "Modern Family" |
| Ariel Pink | American musician and singer-songwriter |
| Ariel Dorfman | Chilean-American author, playwright, and human rights activist |
| Ariel Sharon | Former Prime Minister of Israel |
| Ariel Atkins | American basketball player in the WNBA |
| Ariel Meredith | American model and actress |
| Ariel Miranda | Cuban professional baseball player |
| Ariel Tweto | American actress and pilot |
| Ariel Gore | American writer and journalist |
| Ariel Lin | Taiwanese actress and singer |
| Ariel Rechtshaid | American music producer and songwriter |
| Ariel Orr Jordan | Australian Paralympic athlete |
| Ariel Levy | Argentine actress and comedian |
| Ariel Camacho | Mexican singer-songwriter and leader of "Los Plebes del Rancho" |
| Ariel Durant | Russian-born American writer and historian |
| Ariel Pestano | Cuban former baseball player and Olympic gold medalist |
| Ariel Hernández | Cuban professional baseball player |
| Ariel Ramírez | Argentine composer and pianist |