Ariel
Gender: Unisex
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Lion of God
Popularity: #288
Ariel Meaning and Origin
The name Ariel is a unisex name meaning “lion of God” and is of Hebrew origin. The name is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible and is associated with strength and bravery. In the Book of Isaiah, Ariel is used as a symbolic name for Jerusalem. Ariel is also a character in William Shakespeare’s play “The Tempest.” In the play, Ariel is a spirit who serves the magician Prospero. Ariel is depicted as a powerful and ethereal being with the ability to manipulate the elements. In modern times, Ariel is commonly used as a given name for both boys and girls. The name Ariel became even more popular due to the release of Disney’s animated film “The Little Mermaid” in 1989. The main character, a young mermaid, is named Ariel. The film’s success contributed to the name’s popularity, especially for girls. Ariel is also one of Uranus’ moons. It’s the fourth-largest to orbit this distant planet.
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