Arman Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Arman is of Persian origin, meaning hope or desire. It has evolved from its roots in Old Persian to modern usage. The name represents positive traits and aspirations, and it does not have biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in recent years and is associated with notable individuals.
The name Arman is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Arman has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Arman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4668th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4298th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4452nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3907th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1725th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1192nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1508th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Arman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arman"
Pronunciation
/ɑːrˈmɑːn/
Origin
Persian
Etymology
The name Arman derives from the Persian word 'arman', which means 'hope' or 'desire'. It is also associated with the concept of a good wish or aspiration.
Meaning
hope, desire, aspiration
Language Evolution
Arman (Modern Persian), Arman (Old Persian)
Historical Usage
The name Arman has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Persian-speaking regions, and has become more recognized in the West over the last few decades.
Variants & Derivatives
Armaan, Armanu, Armanie
Modern Popularity & Image
Arman is perceived as a modern and sophisticated name, often associated with positive attributes and aspirations.
Famous People
Arman (artist), Arman Karam, Arman Tazhibi
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arman"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Arman"
"Arman" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4668th of 7545 | 40 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4298th of 6773 | 44 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4452nd of 7552 | 50 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3907th of 10718 | 112 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1725th of 16616 | 695 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1192nd of 24088 | 2,148 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1508th of 23106 | 1,377 |
Regional Popularity of "Arman" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
51.02% 1880th/3685 |
39.49% 1767th/4475 |
38.18% 1983rd/5194 |
15.72% 993rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
34.88% 1598th/4582 |
20.70% 1069th/5164 |
21.74% 1590th/7313 |
10.20% 761st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.77% 1943rd/3984 |
33.54% 1505th/4487 |
26.66% 1819th/6822 |
14.71% 923rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Arman" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arman"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arman" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.