UK name, mostly girls
Areli
A feminine name of Spanish origin meaning "altar of God".
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.
Also recorded as a boys' name in the UK, with 9 boys.
Areli is mostly registered for girls in the UK records. People looking for Areli 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 2023, with 6 births.
This profile covers 16 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2022 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 16 living people in the UK are called Areli. 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
- • Areli ranked #3695 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 6 girls were registered as Areli.
- • Areli is also recorded for boys, but the girls side is the larger UK variant in these records.
- • About 16 living people in the UK are estimated to have Areli as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 64.0% of Areli registrations are for girls.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3695
2024
Births in 2024
6
Latest year
Peak year
2023
6 births
Estimated living
16
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Areli
In England and Wales birth records, Areli has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 36.0% of registrations are for boys and 64.0% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Areli registered for boys
- Ranked #3,254 in 2024
- 6 boys registered in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (6 births)
Areli registered for girls
- Ranked #3,695 in 2024
- 6 girls registered in 2024
- Peak: 2023 (6 births)
Meaning
What does Areli mean?
The given name Areli is derived from the Nahuatl language, spoken by the Aztec people of ancient Mexico. It is believed to have originated sometime between the 13th and 16th centuries CE. The name is thought to be a combination of two Nahuatl words: "arel," meaning "to grow" or "to flourish," and "li," which is a suffix indicating a place or location.
In Aztec mythology, there are references to a goddess named Aretli or Arelhu, who was associated with fertility, growth, and abundance. It's possible that the name Areli was inspired by or related to this deity. However, direct connections between the name and specific ancient texts or religious scriptures are unclear.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Areli can be found in historical documents from the Spanish colonial era in Mexico, dating back to the 16th or 17th century. During this time, it was common for indigenous Nahuatl names to be adopted or adapted by Spanish colonizers and missionaries.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals with the first name Areli, including:
1. Areli Hernández (1979-), a Mexican actress and singer known for her work in telenovelas and films. 2. Areli Cáceres Carrera (1986-), a Mexican politician and former member of the Chamber of Deputies. 3. Areli Mondragon (1977-), a Mexican actress and model who has appeared in various television shows and films. 4. Areli Quintero (1970-), a Mexican artist and painter known for her vibrant and colorful works. 5. Areli Guzman (1993-), a Mexican professional boxer and former world champion in the lightweight division.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Areli throughout history, spanning various fields and professions. While the name has its roots in ancient Nahuatl culture, it continues to be used and celebrated in modern times, particularly in Mexico and other Latin American countries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Areli over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Areli in England and Wales, from 2022 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 Areli, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2024, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Areli by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Areli 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 | #3979 | 16 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Areli
- 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
Areli: questions and answers
How popular is the name Areli in the UK right now?
In 2024, Areli was ranked #3695 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Areli most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 6 babies registered as Areli in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Areli?
A feminine name of Spanish origin meaning "altar of God".
How many people are called Areli in the UK?
A total of 16 babies have been registered as Areli across the 3 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.