Ariel is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #552 in 2019 with 510 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2016 with 601 births ranking #499. In 2019, approximately 1 in every 3,516 boys born was named Ariel. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Ariel is a striking Hebrew name meaning lion of God. It feels bright, strong, and slightly airy because of its modern associations.
The name appears in the Hebrew Bible and later gained broad cultural recognition through literature and film. Its long use across genders and traditions adds to its flexibility.