Ariel vs Raul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ariel

Boy #512 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"lion of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew Israeli American Spanish

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Boy #610 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wolf counsel, wise advisor"

Origin: Old Norse via Spanish

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Ariel Rank #512

Raul Rank #610

Ariel is more popular, ranked #512 vs #610 for Raul.

Is Ariel or Raul more popular?

Ariel is more popular, ranked #512 compared to Raul at #610 in the United States.

What do Ariel and Raul mean?

Ariel means "lion of God" (Hebrew origin). Raul means "wolf counsel, wise advisor" (Old Norse via Spanish origin).

Are Ariel and Raul boy or girl names?

Ariel is primarily a boy name. Raul is primarily a boy name.