Cat name

Ariel

Origin
Hebrew
Gender
unisex
Syllables
2

Meaning

Lion of God — also a moon of Uranus

More

A bright moon of Uranus named for a sprite in Shakespeare's The Tempest.

Themes

Astronomy

Questions

What does Ariel mean?
Ariel means Lion of God — also a moon of Uranus. It's a name of Hebrew origin.
Where does the name Ariel come from?
Ariel comes from Hebrew. It's associated with these themes: Astronomy.
Is Ariel a good name for a cat?
Ariel is a thoughtful pick. At 2 syllables, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Astronomy. It means "Lion of God — also a moon of Uranus." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.

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