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Ariel
Lion of God
Origin
Hebrew
Used in
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Origin and meaning of Ariel
Ariel comes from the Hebrew Ariʾel (אֲרִיאֵל), 'lion of God', a name that in the Bible also stands poetically for the city of Jerusalem. Unisex and airy in sound, it was made famous in literature by the airy spirit in Shakespeare's Tempest and, more recently, by Disney's little mermaid, which spread its use for girls in the English-speaking world. It remains popular in Israel, English-speaking countries and Latin America.
Variants around the world
How Ariel sounds in other languages.
Arielle
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ariel mean?
The name Ariel means Lion of God.
What is the origin of the name Ariel?
Origin of Ariel: Hebrew.
What are the international variants of the name Ariel?
International variants of Ariel: Arielle.