Ariadne
Ariadne first appears in US records in 1960. It peaked in 2016, when 389 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 115.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ariadne popular?
Rising Ariadne has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 1,126 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 2,589 | |
| 2000s | 621 | |
| 1990s | 255 | |
| 1980s | 100 | |
| 1970s | 63 | |
| 1960s | 70 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ariadne mean?
Ariadne means “most holy” in Greek; she guides Theseus from the labyrinth.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ariadne mean?
Ariadne means Most holy. Ariadne means “most holy” in Greek; she guides Theseus from the labyrinth.
What is the origin of the name Ariadne?
Ariadne is of Greek origin.
How do you pronounce Ariadne?
Ariadne is pronounced “ar-ee-AD-nee.”
Is Ariadne a boy or a girl name?
Ariadne is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Ariadne a popular name right now?
Ariadne has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Ariadne?
In 2025, Ariadne ranked #1758 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Ariadne most popular?
Ariadne was most popular in 2016, when about 389 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Ariadne?
Names similar to Ariadne include Delia, Eleni, Charisse, Callista, Bronte.
What names go well with Ariadne?
Greek names that pair well with Ariadne include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.