Ari Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ari is a Hebrew name meaning 'lion', symbolizing strength and bravery. It has evolved through various forms and is recognized in different cultures. The name has gained modern popularity, especially in Western contexts, while lacking significant biblical ties.
The name Ari is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Ari has been too falling for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for female in South, too falling for male in West, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ari' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2464th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 791st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 837th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 633rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 387th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10394th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6670th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4705th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2267th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 644th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ari' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ari"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːri/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Ari is derived from the Hebrew word 'אֲרִי' which means 'lion'. It is often associated with strength and bravery.
Meaning
lion
Language Evolution
Ari (Hebrew), Arie (Dutch), Arius (Latinized form)
Historical Usage
Ari has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Israel since the 20th century, and has been embraced in Western countries as a unique and modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Arie, Ariel, Ariana
Modern Popularity & Image
Ari is perceived as a modern, trendy name that conveys a sense of strength and uniqueness. It has gained popularity among parents looking for short and impactful names.
Famous People
Ari Gold, a fictional character from the television series 'Entourage', Ari Fleischer, former White House Press Secretary, Ari Emanuel, co-CEO of Endeavor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ari"
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 "Ari"
"Ari" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
---|---|---|---|
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2464th of 7552 | 208 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 791st of 10718 | 1,689 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 837th of 16616 | 2,246 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 633rd of 24088 | 5,640 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 387th of 23106 | 9,998 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10394th of 12526 | 12 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6670th of 19264 | 107 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4705th of 27321 | 302 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2267th of 35406 | 1,270 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 644th of 30306 | 5,488 |
Regional Popularity of "Ari" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
36.09% 877th/2430 |
- |
50.92% 1413th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
31.36% 921st/2937 |
12.46% 434th/3483 |
35.67% 1255th/3518 |
18.30% 740th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.53% 867th/3685 |
10.82% 484th/4475 |
23.37% 1214th/5194 |
13.19% 833rd/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
14.80% 678th/4582 |
7.92% 409th/5164 |
10.87% 795th/7313 |
7.68% 573rd/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
10.52% 419th/3984 |
5.79% 260th/4487 |
7.05% 481st/6822 |
5.80% 364th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Ari" 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
75.86% 4792nd/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.28% 2258th/4582 |
56.58% 2922nd/5164 |
30.79% 2252nd/7313 |
32.35% 2414th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
19.83% 790th/3984 |
19.26% 864th/4487 |
7.89% 538th/6822 |
11.04% 693rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ari"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ari" 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.