Ares
Ares is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Ruin, bane, or battle; associated with the Greek god of war.
Origin and history
Ares is a name of Ancient Greek origin, historically known as the name of the Greek god of war. It has experienced a significant surge in popularity in the United States in recent years, becoming a modern choice for parents seeking classical mythological names. The name carries a strong, distinctive phonetic profile.
Popularity in the United States
8,284 babies in the United States have been named Ares since 1880. It ranks #1328 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #399.
States where it is most popular
- CA (19.8 %)
- TX (16 %)
- FL (7.4 %)
- NY (5.9 %)
- AZ (3.9 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 66 |
| 2000-2010 | 449 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,018 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,746 |
Fun facts
- In ancient Greek mythology, Ares was one of the twelve Olympians and represented the physical valor and chaos of warfare.
- Over half of all published U.S. births for the name Ares since 1880 have occurred after 2020.