Ariyah Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: The name Ariyah is reminiscent of an “aria,” a term used in opera for a solo performance, making it perfect for music lovers.

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A Deep Dive

Ariyah Overview

Meaning

Lion of God, lioness, noble, melody

Gender

Girl

Origin

Hebrew

Etymology

Derived from Hebrew name “Ariel,” which means “lion of God.”

Pronunciation

/əˈraɪə/

Popularity

Ariyah has been gaining popularity in the United States and other English-speaking countries. In 2023, it ranked as the 337th most popular name for girls in the USA​.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

8 (Practical, Ambitious, Materialistic)

Name Styles

Exotic, Religious and Spiritual, Cool

Associated Traits

Graceful, melodic, noble, modern

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Often linked to the biblical name Aryeh, it signifies strength and nobility​

Name Day

January 31st (Poland)​
A Deep Dive

Ariyah Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Aria, Ariella, Ariana, Ariadne, Arya, Arina, Arielle

Common Nicknames

Riri, Aya, Ree, Yari

Diminutives

Ari, Ria, Yaya

Famous People

  • Ariyah Johnson
    (American Actress)
  • Ariyah Walker
    (British Singer)
  • Ariyah Wilson
    (Australian Athlete)
  • Ariyah Lee
    (American Dancer)
  • Ariyah Thomas
    (Canadian Chef)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • "Ariyah's Journey"
    (Film)
  • "The Chronicles of Ariyah"
    (Novel)
  • "Ariyah's Song"
    (Song)
  • Ariyah Collins
    ("High School Diaries," TV Series)
  • "Ariyah's Secret"
    (Play)

What Is the Meaning of Ariyah?

Ariyah means “lioness of God,” reflecting both the power of a lioness and the protection of the divine. This name is perfect for a little girl who you know will grow up to be strong, confident, and nurturing.

What Is the Origin of The Name Ariyah?

Ariyah’s roots trace back to Hebrew, where it is derived from the name “Ariel,” which means “lion of God.” Over time, it has evolved into its current form, blending ancient meanings with a modern twist.

Ariyah Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Ariyah in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#3462021#3682022#3372023
Top 3 Rankings#3372023#3462021#3472019

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Ariyah

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023337
(+31 from 2022)
917
(+57 from 2022)
0.05242
2022368
(-22 from 2021)
860
(-46 from 2021)
0.04796
2021346
(+37 from 2020)
906
(+98 from 2020)
0.05057
2020383
(-36 from 2019)
808
(-101 from 2019)
0.04571
2019347
(+1 from 2018)
909
(-2 from 2018)
0.04954
2018348
(+79 from 2017)
911
(+164 from 2017)
0.04899
2017427
(+25 from 2016)
747
(+36 from 2016)
0.03954
2016452
(+155 from 2015)
711
(+229 from 2015)
0.03673
2015607
(+332 from 2014)
482
(+195 from 2014)
0.02471
2014939
(-92 from 2013)
287
(-20 from 2013)
0.01467
2013847
(+170 from 2012)
307
(+59 from 2012)
0.01593
20121017
(+100 from 2011)
248
(+27 from 2011)
0.01279
20111117
(+73 from 2010)
221
(+17 from 2010)
0.01141
20101190
(+223 from 2009)
204
(+38 from 2009)
0.01040
20091413
(+304 from 2008)
166
(+37 from 2008)
0.00820
20081717
(+151 from 2007)
129
(+17 from 2007)
0.00619
20071868
(+36 from 2006)
112
(+6 from 2006)
0.00529
20061904
(+236 from 2005)
106
(+20 from 2005)
0.00507
20052140
(+283 from 2004)
86
(+16 from 2004)
0.00424
20042423
(+461 from 2003)
70
(+17 from 2003)
0.00347
20032884
(+846 from 2002)
53
(+18 from 2002)
0.00264
20023730
(-100 from 2001)
35
(-1 from 2001)
0.00177
20013630
(+1521 from 2000)
36
(+14 from 2000)
0.00182
20005151
(+6234 from 1999)
22
(+15 from 1999)
0.00110
199911385
(-5025 from 1998)
7
(-8 from 1998)
0.00036
19986360
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19970
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0.0000
19960
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American States Popularity Rankings for Ariyah

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#2992021#3492022#3272023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#3942021#4052022#4092023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#3072021#2462022#2282023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#1662021#1672022#1582023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#3232021#2712022#3312023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#4372021#4342022#4392023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#4082021#4952022#3802023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#3352021#2712022#3392023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#3512021#4192022#3502023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#3912021#4262022#2962023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#3212021#3032022#2862023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#3012021#3682022#2832023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1432021#2282022#2262023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#3492021#4312022#4292023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#3562021#3762022#5492023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#1002021#2142022#1832023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#3212021#1972022#1572023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#1442021#2292022#2402023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#3152021#2472022#2212023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#3952021#6572022#3922023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#3822021#4582022#5952023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#4002021#3742022#4522023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#6372021#6382022#3102023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#5982021#10942022#8592023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#5102021#5192022#2722023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#5252021#6222022#6012023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#3322021#7352022#7232023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#5252021#2412022#2612023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#2972019#3172021#4942023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#7632021#8952022#3782023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#4472019#6202020#3332023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#3692020#2472022#5372023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#3882021#6102022#5122023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#4332020#5862021#5932022

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#1732021#2222022#2672023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#1802019#3092020#2772023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#7202019#5722021#6832023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1242018#1142021#1612023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#2172017#3252022#2642023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#1902016#1892017

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#1092018

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#2102021

Popularity Rankings for Ariyah in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4492018#3582022#3232023

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#3972020#3502021#3912023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#4692019#6432020#5212021

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#6632020#6312021#4742022

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#7002020#6612021#5592022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Ariyah a Name for Boys or Girls?

Ariyah is favored as a girl’s name, chosen for its blend of strength and femininity, making it a popular choice for baby girls.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Ariyah

Ariyah in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Ariyah Johnson (Actress, born 1985): An American actress featured in several independent films and TV shows.
  • Ariyah Walker (Singer, born 1992): A British singer-songwriter who has released several popular singles.
  • Ariyah Wilson (Athlete, born 1998): An Australian sprinter who has competed in various international track events.
  • Ariyah Lee (Dancer, born 1990): An American dancer and choreographer known for her dynamic performances.
  • Ariyah Thomas (Chef, born 1980): A Canadian chef celebrated for her innovative culinary creations.
  • Ariyah Greene (Journalist, born 1975): An American journalist and news anchor known for her investigative reporting.
  • Ariyah Patel (Author, born 1987): An Indian author renowned for her contemporary romance novels.
  • "Ariyah's Journey" (2018 Film): Follows the adventures of a young woman named Ariyah who discovers her true heritage.
  • "The Chronicles of Ariyah" (2015 Novel): A fantasy epic about a heroine's quest to save her magical kingdom.
  • "Ariyah's Song" (2020 Song): A powerful ballad celebrating the resilience and courage of a woman named Ariyah.
  • Ariyah Collins ("High School Diaries," 2013 TV Series): A character who navigates the ups and downs of teenage life.
  • "Ariyah's Secret" (2017 Play): A drama about a young girl uncovering family secrets.
  • Ariyah Patel ("Hospital Hearts," 2016 TV Series): A compassionate doctor who is dedicated to her patients.
  • "Ariyah's Destiny" (2019 Video Game): An action-adventure game where the protagonist, Ariyah, must defeat dark forces threatening her world.
  • Ariyah Park (New South Wales, Australia): A small rural locality situated in the Riverina region of New South Wales.
  • Ariyah Beach (Pahang, Malaysia): A serene beach located on the east coast of Malaysia, popular for its pristine sands and clear waters.
  • Ariyah Mountain (Colorado, USA): A peak in the Rocky Mountains offering hiking trails and scenic views.
  • Ariyah Forest (Quebec, Canada): A dense forest area known for its diverse wildlife and outdoor recreational opportunities.
  • Ariyah Lake (British Columbia, Canada): A freshwater lake surrounded by beautiful landscapes and ideal for fishing and boating.
  • Ariyah Village (Punjab, India): A small village characterized by its agricultural activities and traditional Punjabi culture.

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