Armin
Armin is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Universal, whole, or noble warrior.
Origin and history
Armin is a given name with roots in both Germanic and Persian traditions. In Germanic contexts, it is derived from Arminius, meaning universal or whole, while in Persian it is linked to a legendary hero from Iranian mythology. It remains a steady choice in the United States with modest, consistent usage.
Popularity in the United States
3,317 babies in the United States have been named Armin since 1880. It ranks #2230 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1495.
States where it is most popular
- CA (31.7 %)
- WI (17.3 %)
- TX (17 %)
- IL (10.1 %)
- NY (8.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 268 |
| 1920-1930 | 345 |
| 1930-1940 | 229 |
| 1940-1950 | 152 |
| 1950-1960 | 126 |
| 1960-1970 | 126 |
| 1970-1980 | 164 |
| 1980-1990 | 137 |
| 1990-2000 | 272 |
| 2000-2010 | 478 |
| 2010-2019 | 575 |
| 2020-2029 | 435 |
Famous people named Armin
- Armin Shimerman: Actor
- Armin van Buuren: DJ, Record Producer
- Armin Mueller-Stahl: Actor, Painter
Fun facts
- Armin is closely associated with Arminius, the ancient Germanic chieftain who defeated Roman legions at the Battle of the Teutoburg Forest.
- In Persian tradition, Armin is a character in the Shahnameh, the national epic of Greater Iran.