Arath
Arath is a boy's name of Other origin.
Meaning
Sun, light, or ornament.
Origin and history
Arath is a name with roots in indigenous Mexican Nahuatl culture, where it is associated with concepts of sun or light, while also appearing occasionally in modern Hebrew contexts. In the United States, it has seen modest usage as a rare given name primarily over recent decades. It offers a distinctive, short two-syllable sound for modern parents.
Popularity in the United States
1,154 babies in the United States have been named Arath since 1880. It ranks #3540 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1754.
States where it is most popular
- TX (49 %)
- CA (36.9 %)
- AZ (9.5 %)
- FL (1.7 %)
- IL (0.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 41 |
| 2000-2010 | 686 |
| 2010-2019 | 254 |
| 2020-2029 | 173 |
Famous people named Arath
- Arath de la Torre: Actor, Comedian
Fun facts
- While most commonly recognized as a name of Nahuatl origin in Mexico, Arath also appears in contemporary Hebrew naming contexts.
- Arath has remained a relatively rare name in the United States, with just over 1,000 total male birth records since 1880.