Aris
Aris is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Best, most excellent, or referring to the Greek deity Ares.
Origin and history
Aris is a masculine given name of Greek origin, often serving as a short form of Aristotle or Aristides, or directly referencing Ares, the Greek god of war. It is also used as a standalone name across various European cultures. In the United States, it remains a rare but steadily rising choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,753 babies in the United States have been named Aris since 1880. It ranks #2466 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1322.
States where it is most popular
- CA (41.7 %)
- NY (19.6 %)
- TX (12.1 %)
- IL (6.9 %)
- FL (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 17 |
| 1920-1930 | 45 |
| 1930-1940 | 7 |
| 1940-1950 | 32 |
| 1950-1960 | 74 |
| 1960-1970 | 92 |
| 1970-1980 | 135 |
| 1980-1990 | 261 |
| 1990-2000 | 345 |
| 2000-2010 | 440 |
| 2010-2019 | 672 |
| 2020-2029 | 633 |
Famous people named Aris
- Aris Thorne: Athlete, Soccer Player
Fun facts
- The name derives from the Greek root 'aristos', meaning best or most excellent.
- Over twenty percent of all U.S. birth records for the name Aris have been registered since 2020.