Ariella: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced ah-ree-EL-uh · 4 syllables
Ariella means “lion; God”, from Hebrew.
Feminine form of Ariel.
- Meaning
- lion; God
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- ah-ree-EL-uh
- US rank (2025)
- #174
- US babies a year
- about 1,835 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Ariella?
Ariella was the #174 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,756 babies. It’s rising: up 129% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #174 |
| England & Wales | #186 |
| Scotland | #293 |
| Northern Ireland | #333 |
| Ireland | #298 |
| Canada | #279 |
| Australia | #150 |
How old are people named Ariella?
Half of US adults named Ariella are older than 27; most are between 18 and 45. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Ariella
What does the name Ariella mean?
Ariella means “lion; God”. It comes from Hebrew.
How do you pronounce Ariella?
Ariella is pronounced ah-ree-EL-uh.
How popular is the name Ariella?
Ariella was the #174 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,756 babies. It’s rising: up 129% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Ariella?
Half of US adults named Ariella are older than 27. Most are between 18 and 45.