Baby Names

Aria is a gender-neutral name with Italian origins. Meaning “lioness,” “air,” “noble,” and “honorable” Aria’s definition is ideal for a future independent and respectable person. In Italian, Aria’s literal meaning is “air,” but it's also a musical term denoting a song or melody within an opera meant to be imbued with whatever the character is feeling at the pivotal moment of its performance. This name has grown in popularity over recent years which is probably down to characters with the same name, with a different spelling, in Game of Thrones and Pretty Little Liars.

Ian is a boy’s name and the Scottish form of John. It became very popular outside Scotland in the 20th century, trending first in England before making its transatlantic journey to the US. Ian's strength lies in its sheer simplicity (two vowels and a sturdy N), and it has enjoyed immense star power and popularity. The English actors Ian McKellan and Ian McShane are two examples of famous and beloved Ians. And let’s not forget author Ian Fleming, who created the world’s most famous fictional spy, James Bond.