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Ari vs Apollo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ari

Boy #400 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lion"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#400
Total SSA Count
805
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Ari Rank #400
Apollo Rank #415

Ari is more popular, ranked #400 vs #415 for Apollo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ari or Apollo more popular?

Ari is more popular, ranked #400 compared to Apollo at #415 in the United States.

What do Ari and Apollo mean?

Ari means "lion" (Hebrew origin). Apollo means "strength, manly beauty" (Greek origin).

Are Ari and Apollo boy or girl names?

Ari is primarily a boy name. Apollo is primarily a boy name.

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