Aeriel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aeriel has its origins in the Hebrew name Ariel, which means 'lion of God'. It evolved through various forms, including Latin influences, and has become popular in modern English. The name is often associated with strength and creativity, and it has biblical significance. Aeriel is viewed as a unique and modern name, embraced by contemporary culture.
The name Aeriel is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aeriel has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aeriel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3926th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5926th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15202nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aeriel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aeriel"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛəriəl/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Aeriel is believed to be a variant of the name Ariel, which originates from Hebrew. In Hebrew, Ariel means 'lion of God'. The name has also been influenced by the Latin and English language transformations over time.
Meaning
lion of God
Language Evolution
Ariel (Hebrew), Ari'el (Biblical Hebrew), Aerial (Latin), Aeriel (Modern English)
Biblical Background
Ariel is a biblical name found in the Old Testament, referring to a place in Jerusalem and symbolically representing strength and virtue.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the English-speaking world, influenced by literature and popular culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Ariel, Arielle, Ariela
Modern Popularity & Image
Aeriel is seen as a unique and contemporary name, often associated with creativity and a free spirit. It has a whimsical and ethereal quality.
Famous People
Aeriel Miranda (American actress), Aeriel Stiles (American singer and songwriter)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aeriel"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aeriel"
"Aeriel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3926th of 27321 | 391 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5926th of 35406 | 330 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15202nd of 30306 | 53 |
Regional Popularity of "Aeriel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aeriel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
77.96% 2873rd/3685 |
- |
67.64% 3513th/5194 |
78.90% 4984th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
73.68% 5388th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aeriel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aeriel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.