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Armin

♂ Boy

Pronounced A-meen /ˈaʁ.miːn/Medium

Meaning: Whole, universalMedium

In 30 seconds: Armin is a German name meaning 'whole' or 'universal'.
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Origin MediumGerman
MeaningWhole, universal
U.S. rank (2024)#1965 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births79 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,244

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202318932024

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

History & Origin

Armin is a German name carrying the sense of 'whole, universal'. It connects to the older form Arminius, the Latinized name of a historic Germanic leader. The actor Armin Mueller-Stahl is among those who have carried it.

The Hungarian spelling Ármin and the classical Arminius show its range across German-speaking and neighboring cultures. Two even syllables give it a calm, balanced sound that suits its 'whole' meaning.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Armin is 'whole, universal', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Armin — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

Variations

ÁrminArminius

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • ★Armin Mueller-Stahl (1930–present)
    Male public figure listed on Behind the Name.
  • ★Armin Shimerman (1949–present)
    Male public figure listed on Behind the Name.

If you like Armin…

Erwin— Another German name with the same '-in' close and origin as Armin.

Frequently Asked

What does the name Armin mean?

Armin is usually explained as meaning 'whole, universal' and is most often linked with German tradition.

How do you pronounce Armin?

It's commonly said A-meen /ˈaʁ.miːn/.

Is Armin a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Armin is used as a boy name.

How popular is Armin?

In 2024, Armin ranked #1965 in the U.S. for boys, with 79 births recorded.