Arielle
Arielle is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning “Lion of God”, pronounced air-ee-EL. It ranked #486 in the United States in 2025, given to 618 babies, and peaked at #183 in 1991. Common nicknames: Ari, Elle.
How popular is Arielle in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Arielle mean, and where does it come from?
Arielle is the French-inflected spelling of Ariel, a Hebrew name built from ari, "lion," and el, "God," traditionally translated as "lion of God" and used as a poetic epithet for Jerusalem in the Book of Isaiah. The added French flourish at the end distinguishes it from the unisex Ariel and gives it a distinctly feminine, romantic quality favored throughout French-speaking and English-speaking countries alike. Though it has never topped the charts, it has maintained a steady niche popularity thanks to its graceful sound and clear biblical pedigree.
How is Arielle used around the world?
Arielle is used in 1 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Arielle?
Famous People Named Arielle
- Arielle Dombasle — French-American actress and singer
- Arielle Kebbel — American actress
- Arielle Gold — American Olympic bronze medalist snowboarder
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Arielle mean?
Arielle is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "Lion of God." Arielle is the French-inflected spelling of Ariel, a Hebrew name built from ari, "lion," and el, "God," traditionally translated as "lion of God" and used as a poetic epithet for Jerusalem in the Book of Isaiah. The added French flourish at the end distinguishes it from the unisex Ariel and gives it a distinctly feminine, romantic quality favored throughout French-speaking and English-speaking countries alike.
How do you pronounce Arielle?
Arielle is pronounced air-ee-EL. Common variations include Ariel, Ariella, Ariela.
Is Arielle a girl name?
Yes, Arielle is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Ari, Elle.