Rising since 1988, #4,707 for boys today.
Popularity of Arye since 1961
Babies named Arye per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 85 |
| 2000s | 102 |
| 2010s | 142 |
| 2020s | 99 |
Meaning & origin
Arye is a Hebrew name meaning 'lion', a variant of the more common Aryeh. It has been in use in the United States since at least 1961, with a notable rise in popularity starting in the late 1980s. In 2025, the name ranked 4,707th, with an estimated 1 in 81,337 boys receiving it, and it peaked in 2018. Although it is not among the top names in any single state, its steady upward trajectory suggests increasing appeal among parents seeking a strong, traditional name with a powerful meaning.
Arye is a variant spelling of Aryeh, a Hebrew name meaning 'lion'. It is a classic Jewish name, often given in honor of the tribe of Judah, symbolized by a lion. The name has been used among Ashkenazi and Sephardic communities for centuries.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Arye
Names that share Arye's style, for a brother or sister.
