Arsen
Arsen is a boy's name of Armenian origin.
Meaning
Virile, strong, or masculine.
Origin and history
Arsen is a male given name of Armenian and Ancient Greek origin. Derived from the Greek name Arsenios, it means virile, strong, or masculine. In the United States, it remains a rare but steadily used name with increased visibility in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
642 babies in the United States have been named Arsen since 1880. It ranks #4034 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1740.
States where it is most popular
- CA (93.9 %)
- IL (2 %)
- NY (2 %)
- TX (2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 5 |
| 1920-1930 | 6 |
| 1930-1940 | 7 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 44 |
| 2000-2010 | 132 |
| 2010-2019 | 261 |
| 2020-2029 | 187 |
Famous people named Arsen
- Arsen Arsenović: Football player, Coach
- Arsen Julfalakyan: Wrestler, Olympic medalist
Fun facts
- The name comes from the Ancient Greek word arsenikos, meaning potent or masculine.
- Arsen is historically one of the most common masculine given names in Armenia.