Aria
AR-ee-uh /ˈɑːr.i.ə/
Meaning of Aria
Aria is the Italian word for 'air' and the musical term for a solo melodic line — a feature aria in an opera. The name only enters Anglophone baby-name registries in the 2000s, driven by both the operatic association and the character Aria Montgomery in the TV series Pretty Little Liars (2010–2017).
Current popularity of Aria
Rankings from the most recent fully-published year in each national registry. Source links at the foot of the page.
| Registry | Year | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States (SSA) | 2024 | #22 |
Notable bearers of Aria
Aria (operatic form); Aria Montgomery (Pretty Little Liars).
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-31