Aries

♂ Boy

Pronounced AIR-eez /ˈɛər.iːz/High

Meaning: From Latin aries meaning ram; the name of the first sign of the zodiac (March 21–April 19) and the constellation of the ram, connected to the Greek myth of the Golden FleeceHigh

In 30 seconds: A bold two-syllable name from the Latin word for ram, Aries is the first sign of the zodiac and carries fiery, assertive energy, increasingly chosen by parents who embrace astrology.

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Origin HighLatin, Greek

MeaningFrom Latin aries meaning ram; the name of the first sign of the zodiac (March 21–April 19) and the constellation of the ram, connected to the Greek myth of the Golden Fleece

U.S. rank (2025)#661 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births417 boys (0.02% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2025

Total births (all-time)≈ 4,756

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Aries is the Latin word for ram and the name of the first sign of the Western zodiac (March 21–April 19). In Greek mythology, the ram was associated with the story of the Golden Fleece — Chrysomallus the ram carried Phrixus and Helle to safety and was sacrificed, its golden fleece becoming the object of Jason's legendary quest. The constellation Aries has been recognized since Babylonian times.

As a given name, Aries has been used in the United States primarily since the late 20th century, often chosen by parents who are drawn to astrological names or who have children born under the Aries sign. It fits within a broader trend of using zodiac and celestial names as given names, alongside Gemini, Leo, and Scorpio. Aries has been quietly charting in the U.S. top 500 since the 2000s.

Did you know? In Greek mythology, Aries (the ram constellation) represents the ram with the golden fleece sought by Jason and the Argonauts — one of the most famous quests in ancient literature, making Aries a name of mythic adventure.

Overall data confidence 93%

Behind the Name — Aries — etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

Ares

Nicknames

Ari

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aries mean?

Aries means ram in Latin. It is the name of the first zodiac sign and the constellation associated with the Golden Fleece myth.

How do you pronounce Aries?

It is said AIR-eez /ˈɛər.iːz/ — two syllables with stress on the first.

Is Aries a popular baby name?

Aries has been appearing in the U.S. top 500 boys' names since the 2000s, popular among parents who like zodiac and celestial names.

Is Aries the same as Ares?

They look similar but are distinct: Aries is the Latin zodiac name meaning ram; Ares is the Greek god of war.