Ariela Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ariela is a Hebrew name meaning 'lion of God'. It evolved from the name Ariel and reflects traits of strength and courage. The name has biblical roots, appearing in contexts that symbolize protection and resilience. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is viewed positively in modern society, often associated with beauty and uniqueness.
The name Ariela is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Ariela has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ariela' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10438th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3601st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2255th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1424th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ariela' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ariela"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛəriˌɛlə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Ariela is derived from the Hebrew name 'Ariel', which means 'lion of God'. The name is often associated with strength and courage.
Meaning
lion of God
Language Evolution
Ariel, Ariela
Biblical Background
The name Ariel appears in the Bible as a symbolic name for Jerusalem and is associated with strength and divine protection.
Historical Usage
Ariela gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among Jewish families and those seeking unique, meaningful names.
Variants & Derivatives
Ariel, Ari, Rela
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Ariela is perceived as a beautiful and feminine name, often chosen for its melodic sound and cultural significance.
Famous People
Ariela Barer, Ariela Domb, Ariela S. H. Cohen
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ariela"
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 "Ariela"
"Ariela" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10438th of 19264 | 41 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3601st of 27321 | 437 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2255th of 35406 | 1,277 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1424th of 30306 | 1,908 |
Regional Popularity of "Ariela" 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 "Ariela" 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) |
- |
92.94% 3237th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
95.17% 3507th/3685 |
42.70% 1911th/4475 |
71.41% 3709th/5194 |
41.22% 2604th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
63.64% 2916th/4582 |
26.45% 1366th/5164 |
31.90% 2333rd/7313 |
25.93% 1935th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.22% 1921st/3984 |
27.93% 1253rd/4487 |
21.97% 1499th/6822 |
18.71% 1174th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ariela"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ariela" 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.