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Armour

♂ Boy

Pronounced AR-mur /ˈɑːr.mər/Medium

Meaning: From the English word and surname Armour, 'protective covering; defensive gear' (via Old French armure, from Latin armatura). A bold word-name.Low

In 30 seconds: A bold word-name: Armour means 'protective covering' (said 'AR-mur'). Strong and modern.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningFrom the English word and surname Armour, 'protective covering; defensive gear' (via Old French armure, from Latin armatura). A bold word-name.
U.S. rank (2021)#12297 ↘ Falling
2021 U.S. births5 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1917
Total births (all-time)≈ 189

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 191719072021

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

Armour comes straight from the English word and surname 'armour,' 'protective covering' (via Old French armure, Latin armatura). A strong, plain-spoken word-name — rare in the U.S. (said 'AR-mur').

In the U.S. it appears rarely. Rare, bold, and sturdy.

Did you know? Armour is the English word and surname for 'protective covering' — from Old French armure — a bold, strong word-name that reads modern and sturdy (said 'AR-mur').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Armour — English word/surname 'armour'; Old French armure

Variations

ArmorArmaurArmour

Nicknames

ArArmy

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Armour mean?

Armour is the English word and surname 'armour,' meaning 'protective covering,' via Old French armure.

How do you pronounce Armour?

It's said AR-mur /ˈɑːr.mər/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Armour a boy or girl name?

Armour is a boy's name.

How popular is Armour?

Armour is a rare name in the U.S.

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