UK girl's name
Aeris
A feminine name derived from Greek meaning "air" or "breeze".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aeris is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Aeris popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3695, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 9 births.
This profile covers 89 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 2006 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 67% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 89 living people in the UK are called Aeris. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aeris ranked #3695 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 9 girls were registered as Aeris.
- • About 89 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aeris as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3695
2024
Births in 2024
6
Latest year
Peak year
2013
9 births
Estimated living
89
2026
Meaning
What does Aeris mean?
The name Aeris is derived from the Greek word 'aer', meaning air. It is believed to have originated in ancient Greece during the classical period, around the 5th century BCE. The name was likely inspired by the Greek goddess of air and the atmosphere, Aera, who was revered for her ability to control the winds and weather patterns.
In ancient Greek mythology, Aera was often depicted as a winged figure, symbolizing her connection to the skies and the ethereal realm. The name Aeris may have been given to children as a way to invoke the protection and blessings of this powerful goddess, ensuring a life filled with clear skies and favorable winds.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Aeris can be found in the works of the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. In his dialogue "Timaeus," Plato mentions a character named Aeris, who is described as a wise and learned individual. This reference suggests that the name was in use during Plato's time, around the 4th century BCE.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Aeris. One of the most famous was Aeris of Corinth, a renowned sculptor who lived in the 6th century BCE. His work included the creation of intricate bronze statues that adorned temples and public spaces across ancient Greece.
Another prominent figure with the name Aeris was Aeris of Ephesus, a celebrated mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 2nd century BCE. She is credited with developing advanced mathematical theories and contributing to the study of celestial bodies and their movements.
In the early Christian era, the name Aeris was adopted by several saints and religious figures. Saint Aeris of Antioch, who lived in the 4th century CE, was known for her charitable works and devotion to helping the poor and sick.
During the Renaissance period, the name Aeris gained popularity among artists and intellectuals. Aeris Botticelli, an Italian painter born in 1445, was renowned for his masterpiece "The Birth of Venus," a iconic work that captured the beauty and grace of the classical Greek aesthetic.
Aeris Galilei, the son of the famous astronomer Galileo Galilei, was born in 1612. He followed in his father's footsteps and made significant contributions to the field of astronomy, advancing our understanding of the celestial bodies and their movements.
These are just a few examples of the rich history and diverse individuals who have carried the name Aeris throughout the centuries, reflecting its enduring connection to the air, skies, and the pursuit of knowledge and artistic expression.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aeris over time
The chart below shows babies named Aeris registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2006 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aeris, the clearest high point is 2013. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2024, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aeris by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aeris was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3966 | 29 | 5 |
| 2010s | #4066 | 55 | 10 |
| 2000s | #3548 | 5 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Aeris
- Amelia 94,830
- Ava 54,556
- Amy 52,495
- Alice 46,815
- Abigail 45,658
- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Aeris: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aeris in the UK right now?
In 2024, Aeris was ranked #3695 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Aeris most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 9 babies registered as Aeris in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aeris?
A feminine name derived from Greek meaning "air" or "breeze".
How many people are called Aeris in the UK?
A total of 89 babies have been registered as Aeris across the 16 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.