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Lewis vs Ari

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lewis

Boy #435 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior"

Origin: Germanic via French

Cultural Roots

English Welsh French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#435
Total SSA Count
728
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lewis Rank #435
Ari Rank #400

Ari is more popular, ranked #400 vs #435 for Lewis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lewis or Ari more popular?

Ari is more popular, ranked #400 compared to Lewis at #435 in the United States.

What do Lewis and Ari mean?

Lewis means "famous warrior" (Germanic via French origin). Ari means "lion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lewis and Ari boy or girl names?

Lewis is primarily a boy name. Ari is primarily a boy name.

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