Areli

At a Glance: Name: Areli – Meaning: lion of God, or God's hero (Biblical name) – Origin: Hebrew – Gender: used for both boys and girls – Pronunciation: ah-REH-lee

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Areli (ah-REH-lee) is a Biblical name of Hebrew origin, said to mean "lion of God" or "God's hero." It's a short, melodic name with a strong meaning behind it, and the soft, flowing sound is easy to say and spell once you know the ah-REH-lee pronunciation.

Meaning & Origin of Areli

Meaning: Lion of God, or God's hero (Biblical name).

Origin: Hebrew.

How to Pronounce Areli

Phonetic: ah-REH-lee   IPA: /əˈrɛli/

Popularity of Areli

Areli peaked in 2003, when it ranked #843 with 289 babies given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #1422 with 156 babies, so it's still in regular use but far from crowded.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1966–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Areli mean?

Lion of God, or God’s hero (Biblical name).

How do you pronounce Areli?

Areli is pronounced ah-REH-lee (IPA: /əˈrɛli/).

Is Areli a popular name right now?

Areli peaked at #843 in 2003 and is ranked #1422 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1966–2024.)

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