Arius
Arius is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Devoted to Ares, warlike, or immortal.
Origin and history
Arius is a given name of Ancient Greek origin, derived from the name Ares or meaning 'immortal' and 'devoted to Ares'. Historically associated with Arius of Alexandria, an early Christian theologian, it remains a rare choice in the United States, though it has seen a modest rise in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,120 babies in the United States have been named Arius since 1880. It ranks #3572 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1573.
States where it is most popular
- CA (42.2 %)
- TX (31.6 %)
- NY (9.3 %)
- FL (8 %)
- OH (4.6 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 39 |
| 1990-2000 | 109 |
| 2000-2010 | 152 |
| 2010-2019 | 466 |
| 2020-2029 | 354 |
Famous people named Arius
- Arius: Theologian, Presbyter
Nicknames
Ari
Fun facts
- The name is closely tied to late classical antiquity and early Christian history.
- It shares roots with the Greek god of war, Ares, as well as the Greek word for 'immortal' (areios).