Aaraiz
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "the one who wants to accomplish".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Aaraiz. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Aaraiz today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Aaraiz births was 2014 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Aaraiz. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Aaraiz with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Aaraiz. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2014
6 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2014 SSA rank
#10,718
Tracked since 2014
Popularity
Aaraiz: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Aaraiz by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Aaraiz during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Aaraiz
The name Aaraiz is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich history. Its roots can be traced back to the Arabic language, where it is believed to have originated. The name is derived from the Arabic word "arz," which translates to "earth" or "land." This connection to the earth suggests a deep reverence for nature and a grounding presence.
In ancient times, the name Aaraiz was commonly found in regions where Arabic culture and language flourished, such as the Middle East and parts of North Africa. While its exact origins are shrouded in mystery, some scholars speculate that the name may have been inspired by Islamic teachings or traditions that emphasize the importance of respecting and preserving the natural world.
Historically, the name Aaraiz has been associated with various notable figures throughout the centuries. One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing this name was Aaraiz ibn Malik, a renowned poet and scholar who lived in the 8th century CE in present-day Iraq. His works, which celebrated the beauty of the natural world and the human experience, were widely influential during his lifetime and continue to be studied to this day.
Another prominent figure was Aaraiz al-Andalusi, a 10th-century mathematician and astronomer from the Iberian Peninsula. His contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy were significant, and his writings were widely circulated throughout the Islamic world during the Golden Age of Islamic civilization.
In the realm of literature, Aaraiz ibn Abi Yahya, a 12th-century poet and writer from Andalusia, left an indelible mark with his lyrical verses and insightful prose. His works often explored themes of love, nature, and the human condition, earning him widespread acclaim among his contemporaries and future generations.
The name Aaraiz also found its way into religious and spiritual contexts. Aaraiz al-Din, a 13th-century Sufi scholar and mystic from Iran, was renowned for his teachings on the spiritual path and his profound insights into the nature of the divine. His writings and teachings continue to influence Sufi practices and traditions to this day.
In the modern era, Aaraiz Al-Baghdadi, a 20th-century Iraqi artist and painter, gained recognition for his vibrant and evocative depictions of the natural world and the human experience. His works, which often featured earthy tones and organic forms, reflected the essence of the name Aaraiz and its connection to the earth.
While the name Aaraiz may be uncommon in some parts of the world, its rich history and deep cultural significance make it a captivating choice for those seeking a name steeped in meaning and tradition.
People
Aaraiz + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Aaraiz as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Aaraiz: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Aaraiz?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Aaraiz going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Aaraiz a common name?
We classify Aaraiz as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Aaraiz most popular?
The single biggest year for Aaraiz was 2014, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Aaraiz is about 12 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Aaraiz in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Aaraiz a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Aaraiz in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Aaraiz still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Aaraiz in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Aaraiz can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Aaraiz?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.