Arsema Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Arsema is an Amharic name that means 'bringer of peace' or 'peaceful'. It has its roots in Ethiopia and is part of the Ethiopian Semitic language family. The name has been used historically in Ethiopia and is gaining popularity among diaspora communities. It is associated with strength and cultural pride, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Arsema is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Arsema has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Arsema' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8410th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3873rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Arsema' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arsema"
Pronunciation
/ɑːrˈsɛmə/
Origin
Amharic
Etymology
The name Arsema is derived from the Amharic language, which is spoken in Ethiopia. It is often associated with the meaning 'bringer of peace' or 'peaceful'.
Meaning
bringer of peace, peaceful
Language Evolution
Arsema (Amharic), Arsema (Ethiopian Semitic languages)
Historical Usage
The name Arsema has been used in Ethiopia for centuries and has gained recognition in various diaspora communities in recent years as people seek to embrace their cultural heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Arsem, Arsema (alternative spelling)
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Arsema is viewed positively, often associated with strength and cultural pride among Ethiopian communities.
Famous People
Arsema Tesfaye, a notable Ethiopian singer, Arsema Kiros, a prominent activist
📊 Arsema Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 60 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arsema"
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 "Arsema"
"Arsema" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8410th of 35406 | 205 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3873rd of 30306 | 468 |
Regional Popularity of "Arsema" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Arsema" 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) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- |
81.95% 5993rd/7313 |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.92% 3184th/3984 |
- |
48.40% 3302nd/6822 |
48.63% 3052nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arsema"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arsema" 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.