Maddox vs Ari

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

Popularity Comparison

Maddox Rank #215
Ari Rank #400

Maddox is more popular, ranked #215 vs #400 for Ari.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maddox or Ari more popular?

Maddox is more popular, ranked #215 compared to Ari at #400 in the United States.

What do Maddox and Ari mean?

Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin). Ari means "lion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Maddox and Ari boy or girl names?

Maddox is primarily a boy name. Ari is primarily a boy name.

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