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Arman

♂ Boy

Pronounced ar-MAN /ɑːrˈmɑːn/Low

Meaning: Wish, desire, aspirationLow

In 30 seconds: Arman is a Persian and Armenian name meaning wish, desire, or aspiration. Widely used across Iran, Armenia, and Central Asia, it carries the deeply human meaning of having hopes and dreams for a bright future.
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Origin LowPersian, Armenian
MeaningWish, desire, aspiration
U.S. rank (2025)#1204 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births168 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2025
Total births (all-time)≈ 4,634

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202519172025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Arman derives from the Persian arman meaning wish, desire, or aspiration. It is widely used in Iran, Armenia, and among Persian and Armenian diaspora communities worldwide. It is also a common Kazakh and Central Asian name.

Arman is popular across Eurasia and has grown in the United States among families of Persian, Armenian, and Central Asian heritage. Its two syllables are easy to pronounce across languages.

Did you know? The Persian concept of arman (aspiration) is central to Persian poetry and philosophy. The great poets Rumi and Hafez wrote of the soul's deepest wishes and desires — giving this simple name profound literary and philosophical depth.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name: Arman

Variations

ArmandArmonArmenArmaan

Nicknames

ArmArmy

Famous Bearers

  • ★Arman Tsarukyan (1996-present)
    Armenian professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC lightweight division

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Frequently Asked

What does Arman mean?

Arman means wish, desire, or aspiration in Persian — the deep human hope for a bright future.

Is Arman a Persian name?

Yes, Arman is widely used in Iran, Armenia, and Central Asia as a name expressing hope and aspiration.

How do you pronounce Arman?

Arman is pronounced ar-MAN with two syllables.

What names are similar to Arman?

Similar names include Armand, Roman, and Karim.

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