Aria

Aria, f.

Meaning: 'lioness' in Italian, or a musical term.

I really love this name at the moment. I think it is so beautiful sounding but also fierce (especially meaning 'lioness'). I can imagine it on a confident, little girl and also a grown woman who is CEO of her own company too. I like that it has a musical meaning; perhaps a good choice if you play an instrument or sing for fun/work.

The only thing that puts me off about this name is its connection with Game of Thrones and the character 'Arya'. I always read this name as 'Ar-ya' when I read the books and was surprised when in the series they pronounced it 'Aria'. I really like GOT but I would always be wary using a name from something in the media which has been so popular. You're bound to be asked if you named your child after the character. I have the same issue with the name Brody (which I LOVE) and its Homeland connection.

Sad times. I still think I would use this name but maybe when GOT has died down in popularity. As there are probably going to be multiple series to come, I might be waiting a long time!