Ferman Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ferman is an Arabic name that means 'decree' or 'command.' Its evolution can be traced through various languages, including Turkish and Persian. The name carries connotations of authority and governance. There is no biblical relevance associated with it. It saw increased usage in the 19th century, particularly in cultures influenced by the Ottoman Empire. Variants include Firman and Fermand, and it is currently perceived as unique and strong.
The name Ferman is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Ferman has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Ferman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1430th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1638th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2060th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3467th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6911th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11350th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16359th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ferman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ferman"
Pronunciation
/ˈfɜːrmən/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Ferman derives from the Arabic word 'firman,' which refers to a royal decree or command. It has been used historically to signify authority and governance.
Meaning
decree, command
Language Evolution
Firman (Arabic), Ferman (Turkish), Ferman (Persian)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in regions influenced by Arabic and Ottoman culture, particularly during the 19th century when firman was commonly used to denote official documents.
Variants & Derivatives
Firman, Fermand, Ferma
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Ferman is viewed as a unique name with a strong historical connotation, often associated with authority and leadership.
Famous People
Ferman Ahmed, Ferman Kadir, Ferman Yıldırım
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ferman"
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 "Ferman"
"Ferman" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1430th of 7545 | 416 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1638th of 6773 | 339 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2060th of 7552 | 290 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3467th of 10718 | 141 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6911th of 16616 | 80 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 11350th of 24088 | 65 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16359th of 23106 | 21 |
Regional Popularity of "Ferman" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
63.27% 1497th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
62.60% 1473rd/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
57.34% 2319th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ferman" 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 "Ferman"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ferman" 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.