Aristides
Aristides is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Best type, noble, or son of the best.
Origin and history
Aristides is a classic name of Ancient Greek origin derived from the elements 'aristos', meaning best, and 'eidos', meaning kind or type. It historically refers to Aristides the Just, an ancient Athenian statesman revered for his fairness. In the United States, it remains an uncommon choice, primarily preserved by families with appreciation for classical history.
Popularity in the United States
711 babies in the United States have been named Aristides since 1880. It ranks #3965 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1884.
States where it is most popular
- NY (75.6 %)
- CA (24.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 6 |
| 1920-1930 | 46 |
| 1930-1940 | 21 |
| 1940-1950 | 13 |
| 1950-1960 | 23 |
| 1960-1970 | 66 |
| 1970-1980 | 70 |
| 1980-1990 | 102 |
| 1990-2000 | 113 |
| 2000-2010 | 109 |
| 2010-2019 | 99 |
| 2020-2029 | 43 |
Famous people named Aristides
- Aristides Aquino: Baseball Player
- Aristides de Sousa Mendes: Diplomat, Humanitarian
Fun facts
- Aristides was an ancient Athenian statesman renowned for his exceptional fairness and integrity during the Persian Wars.
- Aristides was the name of the American racehorse that won the very first Kentucky Derby in 1875.