Armin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Armin originates from Old Persian, meaning 'warrior' or 'soldier'. It has evolved through various forms, including Arminius, and gained popularity in the 19th century. The name is associated with traits of strength and leadership, with no biblical relevance.
The name Armin is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Armin 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, 'Armin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1214th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1534th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2233rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2483rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3358th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2417th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2147th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Armin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Armin"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːr.mɪn/
Origin
Old Persian
Etymology
The name Armin is derived from the Old Persian name 'Arminius', which is believed to mean 'soldier' or 'warrior'. It may also be associated with the term 'Aryan', referring to the noble or high-born.
Meaning
warrior, soldier
Language Evolution
Arminius (Old Persian), Armin (Latinized form), Armin (modern usage)
Historical Usage
The name Armin gained popularity in Europe during the 19th century, particularly in Germany, due to its association with Arminius, a chieftain who famously defeated Roman legions.
Variants & Derivatives
Armand, Hermann, Arminius
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Armin is perceived as a strong and traditional name, often associated with leadership and bravery. It enjoys moderate popularity in various cultures.
Famous People
Armin van Buuren (Dutch DJ and music producer), Armin Müller-Stahl (German actor), Armin Laschet (German politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Armin"
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 "Armin"
"Armin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1214th of 7545 | 555 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1534th of 6773 | 379 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2233rd of 7552 | 251 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2483rd of 10718 | 245 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3358th of 16616 | 262 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2417th of 24088 | 752 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2147th of 23106 | 795 |
Regional Popularity of "Armin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
37.15% 526th/1416 |
- | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
47.67% 737th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
64.38% 2265th/3518 |
55.96% 2263rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
63.49% 2841st/4475 |
56.72% 2946th/5194 |
40.18% 2538th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.30% 2442nd/4582 |
46.48% 2400th/5164 |
36.63% 2679th/7313 |
27.32% 2039th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
60.39% 2406th/3984 |
51.59% 2315th/4487 |
32.10% 2190th/6822 |
25.65% 1610th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Armin" 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 "Armin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Armin" 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.