Arie
Arie is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Lion.
Origin and history
Arie is a given name of Hebrew origin meaning 'lion'. While traditionally used as a masculine name in Hebrew-speaking contexts, it is increasingly used as a feminine name in the United States, often as a variation or short form of names like Ariel. Its usage in the U.S. remains relatively rare but steady.
Popularity in the United States
4,157 babies in the United States have been named Arie since 1880. It ranks #2729 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1436.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.3 %)
- TX (13.8 %)
- PA (13.5 %)
- GA (9.4 %)
- OH (7.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 101 |
| 1890-1900 | 153 |
| 1900-1910 | 170 |
| 1910-1920 | 273 |
| 1920-1930 | 302 |
| 1930-1940 | 227 |
| 1940-1950 | 148 |
| 1950-1960 | 147 |
| 1960-1970 | 79 |
| 1970-1980 | 122 |
| 1980-1990 | 161 |
| 1990-2000 | 160 |
| 2000-2010 | 414 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,024 |
| 2020-2029 | 676 |
Fun facts
- In Hebrew, Arie (often spelled Aryeh) directly translates to the word for lion.
- Although originally a traditional Hebrew male name, Arie has gained popularity as a female name in the U.S. partly due to similarity to Ariel.