Ariah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-ree-ah / /ˈɑː.ri.ə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: lioness; English: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, the name Ariah is derived from 'ari', meaning lion, symbolizing strength and courage. In English usage, it is often associated with nobility and grace, reflecting a sense of dignity.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Aria
- Ariya
International Variants
- Aria (Italian)
- Ariane (French)
Famous people named Ariah
Ariah Fine — American singer-songwriter.
Ariah Smith — American artist.
Fictional characters named Ariah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ariah was first seen in the United States in 1991. Ariah has ranked as high as #594 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Ariah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ariah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 60 | |
| TX | 58 | |
| FL | 37 | |
| GA | 28 | |
| NY | 21 | |
| PA | 20 | |
| IN | 19 | |
| NC | 17 | |
| OH | 16 | |
| TN | 15 | |
| IL | 14 | |
| VA | 13 | |
| MD | 11 | |
| WA | 11 | |
| AL | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 32 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 33 |
| 1997 | 43 |
| 1998 | 70 |
| 1999 | 64 |
| 2000 | 83 |
| 2001 | 86 |
| 2002 | 98 |
| 2003 | 126 |
| 2004 | 120 |
| 2005 | 177 |
| 2006 | 177 |
| 2007 | 176 |
| 2008 | 226 |
| 2009 | 241 |
| 2010 | 256 |
| 2011 | 252 |
| 2012 | 329 |
| 2013 | 388 |
| 2014 | 409 |
| 2015 | 608 |
| 2016 | 1,046 |
| 2017 | 1,009 |
| 2018 | 926 |
| 2019 | 868 |
| 2020 | 777 |
| 2021 | 727 |
| 2022 | 687 |
| 2023 | 591 |
| 2024 | 516 |