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Arriah

Girl name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Arriah: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2016.

Rooted in both Italian and Hebrew traditions, Arriah is often considered a melodic variant of Aria (meaning "air" or "song") or a feminine form of Ari, itself a Hebrew diminutive of Ariel, meaning "lion of God." This lyrical name carries a weight of musical and natural grace. While no single historical figure defined the name, it gained contemporary attention through characters in popular culture, such as in fantasy literature. Several places named Aria or Ari appear in Europe and the Middle East, though none connect directly to Arriah. The name shares DNA with the popular Arya, famously featured in *Game of Thrones*, and has risen in Scotland as parents seek unique yet familiar-sounding choices, balancing softness with a subtle strength.

Girl 2 of 52 years

Peak year
20163 babies
Latest (2020)
#7653 babies
Total births
6since 2016
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2016 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).