Ariadne
a-riad-ne,
ari(a)-dne
US Popularity:2134
Origin:Greek
Meaning:most holy
Greek mythology is full of interesting figures with names you might want to take inspiration from. Ariadne, a Cretan princess, is one of many whose moniker is still used today. In Greek, the girl’s name Ariadne means “most holy” and draws from the elements ari and adnós. According to Greek legend, she fell in love with the Athenian hero Theseus and helped him escape the wrath of the Minotaur. She was also the wife of Dionysus, the Olympic god of wine and festivity.
How Popular Is The Name Ariadne?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Ariadne is currently #2670 on The Bump
Girl:Ariadne is currently #1815 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Ariadne is currently #2134 in U.S. births
Girl:Ariadne is currently #1136 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1136
in 2023
+ 26
from 2022
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