What is the origin of the name Aras?

Aras is a name of Turkish origin.

How popular is the name Aras?

Aras is currently ranked #3096 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

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BoyTurkish

Aras

AH-rahs

Popularity

#3096

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Turkish

Total Births

395

Peak Year

#39 in 2024

First Recorded

1961

Style

Strong & Bold

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Name with multiple origins. In Turkish it means 'researcher'. In Lithuanian, it is a male name of unknown origin.

Nickname Watch

Ari Ras

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Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

Aras Bulut İynemli
Popular Turkish actor

Nicknames

Ari Ras

Similar Names

Ares Arlo Atticus Elias

Personality Traits

IntelligentCuriousIndependentDriven

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