Best or excellence; also a diminutive of Aristotle.
Aris is most commonly a Greek diminutive of names like Aristotelis, derived from 'aristos' meaning 'best'. In some contexts, it is also considered a short form of the Greek name Aristaeus or the Dutch name Adriaan. It carries a sense of classical excellence in a modern, streamlined package.
Less common today
Aris isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,336 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Olympic gold medalist hurdler
Greek professional basketball player
A bounty hunter · Stargate SG-1
