Armen
Armen is a boy's name of Armenian origin.
Meaning
Person from Armenia; derived from the ancient place name or ethnic designation.
Origin and history
Armen is a traditional masculine name of Armenian origin, derived from the endonym for the Armenian people or the ancient kingdom of Armenia. It is widely given in Armenian communities globally and maintains a steady, moderate usage in the United States. Its distinct two-syllable sound gives it a classic yet international appeal.
Popularity in the United States
2,139 babies in the United States have been named Armen since 1880. It ranks #2791 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1717.
States where it is most popular
- CA (97.9 %)
- NY (1.1 %)
- MA (0.5 %)
- PA (0.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 56 |
| 1920-1930 | 126 |
| 1930-1940 | 97 |
| 1940-1950 | 77 |
| 1950-1960 | 118 |
| 1960-1970 | 127 |
| 1970-1980 | 136 |
| 1980-1990 | 264 |
| 1990-2000 | 299 |
| 2000-2010 | 376 |
| 2010-2019 | 253 |
| 2020-2029 | 210 |
Famous people named Armen
- Armen Gilliam: Basketball Player, Athlete
- Armen Dzhigarkhanyan: Actor, Director
Fun facts
- The name is closely tied to Armenian national identity and history.
- Over 2,000 boys have been named Armen in the United States since 1880.