The name Areej is a beautiful and unique choice for a baby girl, rooted deeply in Arabic origins. Pronounced as a-REEJ (/ʌˈriːdʒ/), Areej means "fragrance" or "scent," evoking images of delicate flowers and pleasant aromas. This name carries with it connotations of elegance, grace, and natural beauty. Although not extremely common in the United States, Areej has been steadily used over the years, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 40 newborns annually since 1981. The name also has a variation, Arij, which maintains the same lovely meaning and pronunciation. Choosing Areej for your child can be seen as bestowing upon her an aura of charm and sophistication that transcends cultural boundaries.
Areej Sabbagh-Khoury is a prominent Palestinian sociologist, scholar, and author known for her work on Zionist settler colonization and the Palestinian citizen population in Israel. |
Areej Chaudhary is a Pakistani actress, beauty queen, and psychologist who won Miss Pakistan World 2020 and represented Pakistan in various international pageants. |