Rising since 1985, #1,281 for boys today.
Popularity of Aryeh since 1954
Babies named Aryeh per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 63 |
| 1970s | 182 |
| 1980s | 320 |
| 1990s | 413 |
| 2000s | 662 |
| 2010s | 1,055 |
| 2020s | 795 |
Meaning & origin
Aryeh is a Hebrew name meaning 'lion', a symbol of strength and leadership in Jewish tradition. The name first entered U.S. records in 1954 and has been steadily rising in popularity since 1985. In its peak year of 2025, it ranked 1281 with a 1-in-11164 rate of use. The name is most common in New Jersey, New York, and Illinois, reflecting its strong ties to Orthodox Jewish communities. Aryeh's trajectory as a rising name over four decades suggests a growing appreciation for traditional Hebrew names with powerful meanings.
Aryeh is a Hebrew name (אַרְיֵה) meaning 'lion'. It appears in the Hebrew Bible as a name of one of David's warriors (2 Samuel 23:20) and is used as a symbol of the tribe of Judah. The name has been used continuously among Jewish communities, often as a translation of the Yiddish name Leib.
Where Aryeh is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ari, Yeh
Sibling names for Aryeh
Names that share Aryeh's style, for a brother or sister.
