Aires

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Pronounced AIR-eez /ˈɛr.iz/Medium

Meaning: From Ares (the Greek god of war) and/or Aries (the ram, the first zodiac sign); routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Bold and cosmic: Aires echoes Ares — the god of war — and Aries, the ram of the zodiac. Fierce, fiery, and striking.

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Origin MediumGreek, Latin

MeaningFrom Ares (the Greek god of war) and/or Aries (the ram, the first zodiac sign); routes layered

U.S. rank (2025)#4861 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births20 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 118

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Aires comes from Ares — the Greek god of war — and Aries, the ram and first zodiac sign (and also a Portuguese given name/surname; routes layered, which we note). A bold, fiery, cosmic name.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, war-god-or-ram at the root, and fierce.

Did you know? Aires brushes Ares (the Greek god of war) and Aries (the ram, the fiery first zodiac sign) — a bold, cosmic name (and a Portuguese surname).

Overall data confidence 58%

References — Ares / Aries — routes layered

Variations

AresAriesAyres

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aires mean?

Aires echoes Ares (god of war) and Aries (the ram zodiac); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Aires?

It's said AIR-eez /ˈɛr.iz/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Aires a boy or girl name?

Aires is a boy's name.

How popular is Aires?

Aires is a rare name in the U.S.