Orman
Orman is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Spear man or serpent man.
Origin and history
Orman is a masculine name of Old Norse and Germanic origins, derived from roots meaning spear-man or serpent-man. Historically used both as a surname and a given name, it remains rare in the United States. It saw sporadic usage throughout the 20th century but has not been commonly given to newborns in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
886 babies in the United States have been named Orman since 1880. It ranks #3792 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (54.5 %)
- TX (45.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 162 |
| 1920-1930 | 258 |
| 1930-1940 | 175 |
| 1940-1950 | 145 |
| 1950-1960 | 79 |
| 1960-1970 | 33 |
| 1970-1980 | 22 |
| 1980-1990 | 7 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Orman frequently originated as a habitational or patronymic surname before being adapted as a first name.
- The name had modest usage in the early to mid-20th century in the United States but is extremely rare today.