Arielle
Lion of God — a girl name of Hebrew origin
Popularity of 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.
Meaning & Origin of Arielle
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.
Arielle 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.
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.
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