Ari vs Holden

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

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Popularity Comparison

Ari Rank #400
Holden Rank #281

Holden is more popular, ranked #281 vs #400 for Ari.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ari or Holden more popular?

Holden is more popular, ranked #281 compared to Ari at #400 in the United States.

What do Ari and Holden mean?

Ari means "lion" (Hebrew origin). Holden means "deep valley; hollow valley" (Old English origin).

Are Ari and Holden boy or girl names?

Ari is primarily a boy name. Holden is primarily a boy name.

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