Declining since 2010, #6,116 for girls today.
Popularity of Ariza since 1994
Babies named Ariza per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 210 |
| 2010s | 307 |
| 2020s | 125 |
Meaning & origin
Ariza entered the U.S. naming scene in 1994, a relatively recent addition to the pool of modern feminine names. It reached its peak popularity in 2010, but has been declining since then. The name is most common in Arizona, where it has a distinctive southwestern flair. While its origins are unclear, Ariza fits neatly alongside other trendy 'a'-ending names like Aria and Zara, appealing to parents seeking a unique yet accessible sound.
Ariza first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1994, likely a modern coinage formed from the popular sound patterns of names like Aria and Mariza, or possibly a creative respelling of the Hebrew name Aliza (meaning 'joyful'). Its rise in the late 2000s mirrors the trend for feminine names ending in 'za'. No traditional root has been established.
Where Ariza is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ri, Riza, Ari
Variants: Arizza, Aryza, Areesa
Sibling names for Ariza
Names that share Ariza's style, for a brother or sister.
