What origin is the name Aristotle?

Aristotle comes from greek naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

Is Aristotle a popular name?

Aristotle is very rare in official US birth records — fewer than 5 babies of this gender were given the name in any year we checked.

What are good sister names for Aristotle?

Names from the same greek tradition pair naturally with Aristotle — for example Sophia, Chloe, Sofia. You can browse more on our greek names page.

Aristotle

Q: Is Aristotle a rare name?

Yes. Aristotle does not appear in US Social Security birth records, which list every name given to at least 5 babies, so it is rare in the US.

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Aristotle

Aristotle

Boy

greek

4 syllables

Aristotle is a greek boy's name meaning "Derived from Greek, this name means the best purpose or superior aim. It is famously associated with the ancient philosopher and polymath.".

The meaning of Aristotle is "Derived from Greek, this name means the best purpose or superior aim. It is famously associated with the ancient philosopher and polymath." — a boy name of greek origin. At 9 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 4 syllables.

Origin: greek
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 4

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Meaning

Derived from Greek, this name means the best purpose or superior aim. It is famously associated with the ancient philosopher and polymath.

Popularity

Very rare in US records (source: US Social Security Administration birth records (best rank 2008–2017))

Quick answers about Aristotle

Very rare in US records

What does Aristotle mean?

Aristotle is a boy name of greek origin meaning "Derived from Greek, this name means the best purpose or superior aim. It is famously associated with the ancient philosopher and polymath.".