UK girl's name
Ariele
A feminine Hebrew name meaning "lioness of God".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Ariele is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Ariele popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3218, with 7 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 11 births.
This profile covers 57 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 2007 to 2023. 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 64% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 57 living people in the UK are called Ariele. 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 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Ariele ranked #3218 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 7 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2016, when 11 girls were registered as Ariele.
- • About 57 living people in the UK are estimated to have Ariele as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3218
2023
Births in 2023
7
Latest year
Peak year
2016
11 births
Estimated living
57
2026
Meaning
What does Ariele mean?
The name Ariele is derived from the Hebrew name Ariel, which means "lion of God." It is a variant of the name Ariel, with the added "e" at the end. The name's origins can be traced back to ancient Hebrew texts, where it was used as a symbolic reference to Jerusalem or the altar of God.
In the Bible, the name Ariel is mentioned in the Book of Isaiah, where it is used as a symbolic name for Jerusalem. The name is also mentioned in the Book of Ezekiel, where it is used to refer to the prince of Tyre. This suggests that the name had a significant meaning in ancient Hebrew culture and was associated with strength, power, and divinity.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ariele can be found in the works of Italian Renaissance poet Ludovico Ariosto. In his epic poem "Orlando Furioso," published in 1516, Ariosto introduces a character named Ariele, who is a mischievous and playful spirit.
In the 17th century, the name Ariele gained popularity in English literature, particularly in the works of John Milton. In his famous poem "Paradise Lost," published in 1667, Milton used the name Ariel to refer to a mischievous and rebellious spirit who served as a companion to the fallen angel Satan.
Another notable historical figure with the name Ariele was Ariele Sioli, an Italian painter and engraver who lived in the 16th century. Sioli was known for his intricate engravings and was a prominent figure in the Mannerist art movement.
In the 19th century, the name Ariele found its way into German literature through the works of Heinrich Heine. In his collection of poems "Buch der Lieder" (Book of Songs), published in 1827, Heine included a poem titled "Ariele," which celebrated the beauty and grace of a female figure.
One of the most famous individuals with the name Ariele was Ariele Vidas, an Italian composer and violinist who lived during the 16th century. Vidas was known for his innovative compositions and is considered one of the earliest composers of instrumental music for the violin.
While the name Ariele has been used throughout history in various cultural and literary contexts, it is important to note that its origins and meanings are deeply rooted in ancient Hebrew tradition, symbolizing strength, divinity, and a connection to the divine.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Ariele over time
The chart below shows babies named Ariele registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2007 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Ariele, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 7 births in 2023, compared with 11 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ariele by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Ariele 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 | #4329 | 19 | 4 |
| 2010s | #4040 | 35 | 6 |
| 2000s | #5201 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Ariele
- 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
Ariele: questions and answers
How popular is the name Ariele in the UK right now?
In 2023, Ariele was ranked #3218 for girls in England and Wales, with 7 births registered.
When was Ariele most popular?
The peak year on record was 2016, with 11 babies registered as Ariele in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Ariele?
A feminine Hebrew name meaning "lioness of God".
How many people are called Ariele in the UK?
A total of 57 babies have been registered as Ariele across the 11 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.