Arial
girl name#10917 in 2025Arial entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #1996 in 1991, ranks #10917 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1981–2025
#10917
rank today
#1996
peak (1991)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #6456 |
| 1990s | #2939 |
| 2000s | #3738 |
| 2010s | #6278 |
| 2020s | #11349 |
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Arial are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Arial alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Arial in 2025?
- Arial ranks #10917 among US girl names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Arial most popular?
- Arial peaked in 1991, reaching #1996 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Arial with classmates?
- Arial will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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