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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Feminine form of Ariel, 'lion of God'
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ar-ee-EL-ah
Ariella is the feminine form of Ariel, meaning 'lion of God' in Hebrew — not an independent word for 'lioness,' as sometimes claimed. It's romantic, storybook and timeless, classic, pronounced ar-ee-EL-ah. A solid pick if you want a name with a clear Hebrew root and a classic feel.
Meaning & Origin of Ariella
Meaning: Feminine form of Ariel, 'lion of God'.
Origin: Hebrew.
A common claim: Lioness Actually: Ariella isn't an independent Hebrew word for 'lioness' — it's the feminine form of Ariel, meaning 'lion of God'.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ariella
ar-ee-EL-ahIPA /ɑːriˈɛlə/
Popularity of Ariella
Ariella peaked at #154 in 2020 with 1,801 babies given the name, and has since eased to #196 in 2024 with 1,559 — a gentle step back after its high point, per Social Security data spanning 1967-2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Ariella mean?
Feminine form of Ariel, ‘lion of God’. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ariella?
Ariella is pronounced ar-ee-EL-ah (IPA: /ɑːriˈɛlə/).
Is Ariella a popular name right now?
Ariella peaked at #154 in 2020 and is ranked #196 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1967–2024.)
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