Ariel Name Meaning
The name Ariel comes from Hebrew roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Ariel below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Ariel Name Meaning
& f Hebrew, English, French, Biblical, Biblical GreekMeans "lion of God" in Hebrew. In the Old Testament it is used as another name for the city of Jerusalem. Shakespeare used it as the name of a spirit in his play...
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What does the name Ariel mean?
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Is Ariel a boy or girl name?
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