Arsen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Arsen has Greek origins, meaning male or manly, derived from the term 'arsenikos'. It has evolved through various forms, including Arsenikos and Arsenius, reflecting its historical and linguistic roots. While it is not biblically referenced, it has gained popularity due to cultural and religious significance. Arsen conveys strength and traditional values, with notable figures contributing to its recognition.
The name Arsen is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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, Arsen has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled 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, 'Arsen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6451st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6350th out of 6773 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10839th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5723rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3741st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Arsen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arsen"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːrsɛn/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Arsen is derived from the Greek word 'arsenikos', meaning 'male' or 'manly'. It is often associated with the Greek word for 'masculine'.
Meaning
male, manly, masculine
Language Evolution
Arsenikos (Greek), Arsen (Modern Greek), Arsenius (Latinized form)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Orthodox traditions, due to the influence of saints named Arsenius.
Variants & Derivatives
Arsenius, Arseny, Arsenio
Modern Popularity & Image
Arsen is viewed as a strong and traditional name. It is relatively uncommon but carries a sense of heritage and masculinity.
Famous People
Arsenio Hall (American comedian and actor), Arsen Karamian (Armenian footballer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arsen"
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 "Arsen"
"Arsen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6451st of 7545 | 11 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6350th of 6773 | 7 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10839th of 16616 | 26 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5723rd of 24088 | 215 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3741st of 23106 | 347 |
Regional Popularity of "Arsen" 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) |
- | - | - |
28.57% 2132nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
74.46% 5080th/6822 |
28.84% 1810th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Arsen" 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 "Arsen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arsen" 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.