What is the origin of the name Ariane?

Ariane is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Ariane?

Ariane is currently ranked #5794 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Ariane?

Ariane is pronounced ar-ee-AHN.

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Ariane

ar-ee-AHN

Popularity

#5794

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

3,763

Peak Year

#164 in 1978

First Recorded

1952

Style

Sophisticated & Formal, Mythological

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

French form of Ariadne, derived from the Greek name 'Ariadne' meaning 'most holy'.

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Nicknames

Ari Aria

Spelling Variations

Ariadne Arianna

Similar Names

Eliana Vivienne Isabelle Seraphine

Personality Traits

CreativeIntelligentElegantIndependent

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