Eagle; river in the Caucasus
In Lithuanian, Aras is a masculine name meaning eagle, symbolizing strength and vision. It is also the name of a major river flowing through Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran, which gives it a geographic and historical resonance in Persian and Turkish cultures.
Less common today
Aras isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,117 in 2024.
Winner of Survivor: Panama and yoga instructor
Professional Armenian footballer
Award-winning Turkish actor
US births per 5-year period, 1990โpresent (SSA data).
