Ariyan
11% girls · 89% boys
About Ariyan
Ariyan is a masculine name with multiple cultural origins. It can be traced to Persian roots where it relates to 'Aryan,' meaning 'noble' or 'honorable.' In some South Asian contexts, particularly in India and Bangladesh, it's a variant of 'Aryan,' representing nobility and cultural heritage. The name has grown in popularity in recent decades across diverse communities. With its melodic sound and powerful meaning, Ariyan appeals to parents seeking a name with ancient roots but a contemporary feel. The spelling variation with 'i' helps distinguish it while maintaining its traditional essence.
Ariyan is also given to girls, where it ranks #15186 in the US.
Pronounced ar-EE-yun.
As of October 2026, Ariyan ranked #15186 for girls and #3040 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2308 for girls in 1998 and #2525 for boys in 2021.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | #4,269 | 23 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | #3,991 | 26 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | #3,886 | 27 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | #2,801 | 43 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | #2,947 | 40 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | #2,854 | 43 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | #3,424 | 32 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | #2,525 | 52 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | #3,280 | 36 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | #3,474 | 33 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | #2,827 | 45 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | #3,040 | 40 |