"lion of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Ariela
Pronunciation: [ ahr-ee-EHL-uh ]
Girl Name
#1,141 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
4 Syllables
Jerusalem's poetic name — lion of God for fierce girls
Hebrew
Spanish
Italian
Israeli
Spiritual
Elegant
Strong
Classic
Meaning & Origin
"sacred hearth of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
The Story of Ariela
Ariela is the feminine form of Ariel, a Hebrew name composed of ari meaning lion and El meaning God, translating to lion of God. In the Hebrew Bible, Ariel appears as a poetic name for Jerusalem in Isaiah 29 and as the name of heroes across the Old Testament. The feminine ending a follows standard Hebrew grammar for female names. The name also appears in Jewish mystical tradition as an angelic name ruling the element of earth.
Ariela has grown alongside the rise of Ariel dramatically boosted by Disney's The Little Mermaid in 1989 and the broader popularity of ela names. It is particularly popular in Israel where it regularly appears in the top 20, and has been spreading through Jewish communities and Spanish-speaking countries worldwide.
In Jewish tradition Ariel and Ariela carry deep scriptural resonance as epithets for the sacred city of Jerusalem. Shakespeare's Ariel in The Tempest added literary prestige, making this a name with both sacred and artistic dimensions. The name spans scripture, literature, and popular culture.
Fun Facts
- Ariel is a poetic name for Jerusalem in Isaiah 29 of the Hebrew Bible
- In Shakespeare's The Tempest Ariel is a magical spirit giving this name both scriptural and literary prestige
- Ariel and Ariela have been top 20 names in Israel consistently since the 1990s
Ariela in Other Languages
French
Ariela
Hebrew
Ariela
Italian
Ariela
Spanish
Ariela
Portuguese
Ariela
Famous People Named Ariela
A
Ariela Barer
Actor
1998
American actress known for the Marvel Hulu series Runaways where she played Gert Yorkes
A
Ariel the Little Mermaid Fictional
Other
Disney's beloved mermaid princess who longs to live on land — the most recognizable fictional Ariel in modern culture
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #1,141
- Total SSA Count
- 212
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Spanish Italian Israeli
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ari
Ariel
Ella
Pairs Well With
Ariela Rose
Ariela Grace
Ariela Sofia
Ariela Luz
Ariela Isabel
Ariela Vera
Ariela Maeve
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ariela
What does the name Ariela mean?
"lion of God" (from Hebrew). "sacred hearth of God" (from Hebrew). Ariela is the feminine form of Ariel, a Hebrew name composed of ari meaning lion and El meaning God, translating to lion of God. In the Hebrew Bible, Ariel appears as a poetic name for Jerusalem in Isaiah 29 and as the name of heroes across the Old Testament. The feminine ending a follows standard Hebrew grammar for female names. The name also appears in Jewish mystical tradition as an angelic name ruling the element of earth.
What is the origin of the name Ariela?
Ariela has Hebrew, Spanish, Italian, and Israeli origins. In Hebrew, it means "lion of God". In Hebrew, it means "sacred hearth of God".
Is Ariela a boy or girl name?
Ariela is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Ariela?
Ariela is pronounced ahr-ee-EHL-uh.
How popular is the name Ariela?
Ariela is currently ranked #1141 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Ariela?
Common nicknames for Ariela include Ari, Ariel, and Ella.
What are good middle names for Ariela?
Popular middle name pairings include Ariela Rose, Ariela Grace, Ariela Sofia, Ariela Luz, Ariela Isabel, Ariela Vera, and Ariela Maeve.
What are good sibling names for Ariela?
Names that pair well with Ariela as siblings include Gabriel, Rafael, Eliana, Micah, Naomi, Tobias, and Miriam.
How many syllables does Ariela have?
Ariela has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Ariela a common or rare name?
Ariela is an uncommon name, ranked #1141 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Ariela
Ariela is a girl name with Hebrew, Spanish, Italian, and Israeli origins . The name means "lion of God" in Hebrew .
Ariela is currently ranked #1,141 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Ariela has 4 syllables and is pronounced ahr-ee-EHL-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Ariela include Ari, Ariel, and Ella. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Ariela include Ariella, Ariel, Arielle, Arie, Aries . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.