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Mack vs Ariel

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ariel

Boy #512 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"lion of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli American Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#512
Total SSA Count
595
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Mack Rank #499
Ariel Rank #512

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 vs #512 for Ariel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mack or Ariel more popular?

Mack is more popular, ranked #499 compared to Ariel at #512 in the United States.

What do Mack and Ariel mean?

Mack means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Ariel means "lion of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mack and Ariel boy or girl names?

Mack is primarily a boy name. Ariel is primarily a boy name.

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