Devoted to Ares or immortal
Derived from the Greek name Areios, meaning 'devoted to Ares' (the god of war). It is also associated with the Latinized form of various Greek roots suggesting strength or immortality. Historically, it is most famous for the 4th-century theologian Arius, whose teachings led to the Arian controversy in early Christianity.
Less common today
Arius isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,866 in 2021.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Christian priest and theologian in Alexandria
The main antagonist and dictator Β· Commando
Stoic philosopher and teacher to Augustus