Ari
Ari is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Lion or eagle.
Origin and history
Ari is a classic Hebrew name meaning lion. It is widely used as an independent name in Jewish traditions and has seen growing popularity as a modern, short masculine name in the United States. Its usage has increased significantly in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
20,592 babies in the United States have been named Ari since 1880. It ranks #827 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #361.
States where it is most popular
- NY (17 %)
- CA (15.7 %)
- TX (6.6 %)
- FL (5.9 %)
- IL (5.3 %)
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 | 22 |
| 1960-1970 | 467 |
| 1970-1980 | 1,259 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,267 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,667 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,436 |
| 2010-2019 | 7,111 |
| 2020-2029 | 5,363 |
Famous people named Ari
- Ari Fleischer: Press Secretary, Political Commentator
- Ari Melber: Journalist, Television Host
- Ari Shapiro: Radio Journalist, Podcast Host
Fun facts
- In Hebrew, Ari directly translates to lion, a historical symbol of courage and leadership.
- In Old Norse, Ari is an independent name meaning eagle, showing a distinct Germanic etymological lineage.
- The name has gained substantial traction in the U.S., ranking much higher in recent years than its historical average.