Aras

“Turkish” — Symbolizes life and connectivity for the regions it flows through

Turkey origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3798US 2023

29Births / yr

↑Rising

275All-time births

📅 Since 196100

How to pronounce Aras

AH·RAZ

/ˈɑ.ˈræz/ · stress on AH · 2 syllables

“Turkish”

Symbolizes life and connectivity for the regions it flows through · Turkey origin

What does Aras mean and where does it come from?

Aras is a name of Turkish and Azerbaijani origin, often associated with the Aras River which flows through Armenia, Turkey, and Azerbaijan. The river symbolizes life and connectivity for the regions it flows through. The name is relatively popular in Turkey and Azerbaijan, and denotes a strong conne

Cultural significance

Aras has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Turkey-speaking communities, where it reflects values of turkish.

Peak popularity

Reached #3900 in 2018 — currently #3798 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Aras?

Aras works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Aras Grace

How popular is Aras right now?

Rising fast — up 514 spots — currently #3798 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#3798 · Top 2.8%

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2015

2020

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3798	29	▲ up 514 · +21% births
2022	#4312	24	▼ down 493 · -14% births
2021	#3819	28	▲ up 457 · +22% births
2020	#4276	23	▲ up 48
2015	#4324	23	▲ up 2863 · +109% births
2010	#7187	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Aras

Best Year2023Rank #3798

Peak Count29

Average Rank#4619

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Aras

Aras is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1961. With 275 total births recorded, Aras remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7187 in 2010 to #3798 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Aras in 2018:

Liam Noah William James Oliver

Aras by decade

Aras peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1980s	11
1990s	6
2000s	46
2010s ★	184
2020s	23

💎Aras has only 275 total recorded births since 1961 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Aras?

Common

ArArieAry

What names sound and feel like Aras?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Aras also consider these

Arras

Arabic · A Arabic name

Arabic · A Arabic name

Daras

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Karas

Greece · Greek

Arbas

Arabic · A Arabic name

Common questions about the name Aras

What does the name Aras mean?

Aras means "Turkish" — a name rooted in Turkey tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Aras?

Aras is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Aras have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Aras?

Aras originates from Turkey tradition. Turkey names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Aras?

Aras is a two-syllable name pronounced AA1 R AE1 Z. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Aras trending right now?

Aras is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.