Ariella

At a Glance: Name: Ariella – Meaning: feminine form of Ariel, 'lion of God' – Origin: Hebrew – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: ar-ee-EL-ah

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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

Phonetic: ar-ee-EL-ah   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1967–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Ariella mean?

Feminine form of ariel, ‘lion of god’. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Ariella)

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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