Declining since 2007, #983 for girls today.
Popularity of Arely since 1972
Babies named Arely per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 49 |
| 1980s | 241 |
| 1990s | 1,356 |
| 2000s | 4,316 |
| 2010s | 3,719 |
| 2020s | 1,535 |
Meaning & origin
Arely, a name that entered the U.S. baby name charts in 1972, has seen a steady rise and then fall in popularity. Its peak rank of 983 came in 2011, reflecting a spike in usage among Spanish-speaking communities. Since 2007, it has been in decline, ranking 983rd in 2025 with 1 in 6,254 births. The name is most popular in Nevada, Texas, and California, where larger Hispanic populations embrace its melodic sound. While its etymology is debated, Arely likely draws from the Irish Orlaith or is a modern coinage, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with both contemporary and cross-cultural appeal.
Arely is likely a modern Spanish coinage, possibly influenced by the Irish name Orlaith (meaning 'golden princess') or a variant of the name Aurelia. It has been used in the United States since the 1970s, with growing popularity in Hispanic communities.
Where Arely is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ari, Rela
Variants: Aurely, Arielee
Sibling names for Arely
Names that share Arely's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Arely
Names whose popularity has moved with Arely's over the last 50 years.
