Aria
Aria is a girl's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
Air, melody, lioness, or noble.
Origin and history
Aria is a name with multiple etymological origins, notably from the Italian musical term meaning 'air' or 'melody'. It also has roots in Hebrew (meaning 'lioness') and Persian (meaning 'noble'). In the United States, its popularity surged dramatically in the 2010s, partly influenced by pop culture.
Popularity in the United States
95,674 babies in the United States have been named Aria since 1880. It ranks #391 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #23.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15 %)
- TX (9.7 %)
- FL (6.6 %)
- NY (5.8 %)
- IL (3.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 21 |
| 1910-1920 | 48 |
| 1920-1930 | 47 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 22 |
| 1950-1960 | 38 |
| 1960-1970 | 30 |
| 1970-1980 | 181 |
| 1980-1990 | 516 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,270 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,173 |
| 2010-2019 | 52,264 |
| 2020-2029 | 37,059 |
Famous people named Aria
- Aria Wallace: Actress, Singer
Fun facts
- In classical opera, an aria is an expressive solo vocal piece accompanied by an orchestra.
- The name saw a dramatic rise in popularity during the 2010s, aided by prominent characters in television shows like Pretty Little Liars and Game of Thrones.