Boy Name · Greek Origin
Aries
Aries is a boy baby name of Greek origin, meaning "The ram". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Aries often also consider Ares.
Aries meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: The ram
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Aries to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Aries as A·R·I·E·S, with 5 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Aries is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Aries variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Ariesa, Ariese, Ariesy, Arie.
- Nicknames: Ari and A.
- Middle names: Pair Aries with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Aries middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Ares, Argie, Aris, Arica, Arika — full picks on the sibling names for Aries guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Aries? Browse our names like Aries guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Aries
What does the name Aries mean?
Aries means "The ram" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Aries?
Aries originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Aries?
Aries has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Aries a boy's or girl's name?
Aries is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Aries in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Aries sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Aries?
Names that share Aries's sound and style include Ares, Argie, Aris, Arica, Arika.
What middle names pair well with Aries?
Good middle-name fits for Aries pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Aries is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Aries is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Aries?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Aries share its rhythm without rhyming — Ares, Argie, Aris all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.