Aria

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Aria is an girl name of Italian origin, meaning “Air; a solo song in opera”.

MeaningAir; a solo song in opera
GenderGirl
OriginItalian
PronunciationAR-ee-ah
TraditionModern & Classic
Used inUnited States, United Kingdom, Canada, Worldwide

Meaning and origin of Aria

Aria is the Italian word for 'air', which in music came to mean a melody and then the solo song in an opera or oratorio. It has been used as a given name only fairly recently, rising sharply in English-speaking countries from the 2000s; the character Aria Montgomery in 'Pretty Little Liars' and the similar-sounding Arya of 'Game of Thrones' both played a part. It is also a Persian name, linked to the same root as Aryan.

Is Aria a religious name?

Aria has no religious background; it is a modern musical word-name.

How popular is Aria?

Very popular for girls in the US and other English-speaking countries since the 2010s.

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Spellings and variants of Aria

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Aria mean?

Aria means 'Air; a solo song in opera'. It is of Italian origin.

Does Aria have a religious meaning?

Aria has no religious background; it is a modern musical word-name.

How do you pronounce Aria?

Aria is pronounced AR-ee-ah.

Is Aria a boy or girl name?

Aria is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.