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Expecting a Aries baby, born Mar 21 – Apr 19? These 26 names are chosen for the sign's themes of strength, courage, fire and fresh starts. Aries is a fire sign ruled by Mars, so many of the names echo fire, bold, direct, energetic and the sign's symbol.
Naming themes for Aries
The ram charges first. Aries favors action, courage, and fresh starts. Names that reflect strength, courage, fire and fresh starts tend to feel right for a Aries child.
Name meanings are the commonly cited origins and some are debated, so check the background of any name you love. Zodiac name lists are a fun way to get ideas, not a rule.
Aries girl names
Aries boy names
Aries unisex names
How to choose a name for a Aries baby
Say the name aloud with your family name and with a nickname; a name works best when it sounds good in everyday life.
Think about how the name will age: it should suit a toddler, a teenager and an adult.
If you like a theme, strength, courage, fire and fresh starts gives plenty of room, from direct meanings to myths and symbols.
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