Ariel
girl name#355 in 2025Ariel entered the US charts in 1892, peaked at #66 in 1991, ranks #355 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1892–2025
#355
rank today
#66
peak (1991)
851
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1510 |
| 1900s | #1613 |
| 1910s | #1909 |
| 1920s | #2747 |
| 1930s | #3163 |
| 1940s | #3430 |
| 1950s | #4504 |
| 1960s | #3555 |
| 1970s | #1759 |
| 1980s | #428 |
| 1990s | #129 |
| 2000s | #206 |
| 2010s | #164 |
| 2020s | #266 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ariel has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 77,500 people named Ariel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ariel alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ariel in 2025?
- Ariel ranks #355 among US girl names in 2025, with 851 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ariel most popular?
- Ariel peaked in 1991, reaching #66 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ariel with classmates?
- Ariel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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