Ariella is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #1617 in 2004 with 13 recorded births. This places Ariella in the top 27% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2024 with 374 births ranking #132. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 160.0%. In 2004, approximately 1 in every 21,989 girls born was named Ariella. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Ariella is a graceful Hebrew-rooted name meaning lion of God. It feels soft and elegant while still carrying real strength underneath.
The name has grown in popularity because it combines biblical depth with a very fashionable sound. Its flowing ending gives it a more overtly feminine feel than Ariel while keeping the same root.