Aria
Aria first appears in US records in 1900. It peaked in 2018, when 7,437 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 6,130.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Aria popular?
Rising Aria has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 37,059 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 52,264 | |
| 2000s | 4,173 | |
| 1990s | 1,270 | |
| 1980s | 516 | |
| 1970s | 181 | |
| 1960s | 30 | |
| 1950s | 38 | |
| 1940s | 22 | |
| 1930s | 5 | |
| 1920s | 47 | |
| 1910s | 48 | |
| 1900s | 21 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Aria mean?
From the Italian word 'aria', meaning 'air' and, in music, a solo melody or song. An identical-looking name also exists in Hebrew (related to 'aryeh', lion) and Persian, but the modern popularity rests on the Italian 'melody' sense.
Nicknames for Aria
- Ari
Variants & spellings
- Arya
- Ariah
Names like Aria
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Names that pair well with Aria
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aria mean?
Aria means air; melody. From the Italian word 'aria', meaning 'air' and, in music, a solo melody or song. An identical-looking name also exists in Hebrew (related to 'aryeh', lion) and Persian, but the modern popularity rests on the Italian 'melody' sense.
What is the origin of the name Aria?
Aria is of italian origin.
How do you pronounce Aria?
Aria is pronounced “AR-ee-uh.”
Is Aria a boy or a girl name?
Aria is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Aria a popular name right now?
Aria has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Aria?
In 2025, Aria ranked #26 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Aria most popular?
Aria was most popular in 2018, when about 7,437 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Aria?
Common nicknames for Aria include Ari.
What names are similar to Aria?
Names similar to Aria include Mia, Nova, Lia, Eliana.
What names go well with Aria?
italian names that pair well with Aria include Luca, Gianna, Aurora, Beatrice, Bella.