Aelius Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AY-lee-us //ˈeɪ.li.əs//
Origin: Latin; Roman
Meaning: sun; noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Aelius is of Latin origin, derived from the word 'aelios,' meaning 'sun.' It was a common Roman family name, notably associated with the gens Aelia, which included prominent figures in Roman history. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often linked to nobility and prestige.
In modern times, it has been adopted in various cultures, maintaining its classic roots.
Famous people named Aelius
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Aelius Donatus — Roman grammarian.
Aelius Aristides — Greek orator.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aelius was first seen in the United States in 2021.
Aelius has ranked as high as #14309 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Aelius has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Aelius is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Aelius was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Aelius.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 12 | 12 |
| 2023 | 5 | 5 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 |
| 2021 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Aelius
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