UK name, mostly boys
Armaan
A masculine name of Persian origin meaning "wish" or "desire".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Armaan is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Armaan popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #638, with 59 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 113 births.
This profile covers 1,953 England and Wales registrations across 29 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales and NRS Scotland, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 52% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 1,986 living people in the UK are called Armaan. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Armaan ranked #638 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 59 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 113 boys were registered as Armaan.
- • Armaan ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #727 in 2024.
- • About 1,986 living people in the UK are estimated to have Armaan as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
- • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 99.8% of Armaan registrations are for boys.
Latest rank (E&W)
#638
2024
Births in 2024
59
Latest year
Peak year
2013
113 births
Estimated living
1,986
2026
Gender
Boy and girl registrations for Armaan
In England and Wales birth records, Armaan has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 99.8% of registrations are for boys and 0.2% are for girls.
These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.
Armaan registered for boys
- Ranked #638 in 2024
- 59 boys registered in 2024
- Peak: 2013 (113 births)
Armaan registered for girls
- Ranked #5,545 in 2008
- 3 girls registered in 2008
- Peak: 2008 (3 births)
Meaning
What does Armaan mean?
The name Armaan is of Persian origin and has its roots in the Persian language. It is believed to have been derived from the Persian word "Aarman," which means "desire" or "wish." The name can be traced back to the ancient Persian Empire, which existed between the 6th century BCE and the 7th century CE.
Armaan is a name that has been mentioned in various Persian literary works and historical texts throughout the centuries. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the epic Persian poem "Shahnameh" (Book of Kings), written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century CE.
The name Armaan has been borne by several notable figures throughout history. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this name was Armaan Al-Katib, a Persian calligrapher and writer who lived in the 11th century CE. He was renowned for his beautiful calligraphic works and his contributions to the art of writing.
Another notable bearer of the name was Armaan Ibn Sina, a Persian polymath who lived from 980 CE to 1037 CE. He was a renowned philosopher, scientist, and physician, and is considered one of the most significant thinkers and scholars of the Islamic Golden Age.
In the 13th century, Armaan Al-Hafiz, a Persian poet and mystic, gained fame for his beautiful and profound poetry. His works, particularly his ghazals (a form of poetic expression), continue to be celebrated and studied by scholars and literary enthusiasts alike.
During the 16th century, Armaan Beg was a prominent military commander and statesman in the Mughal Empire, which ruled over a significant portion of the Indian subcontinent. He played a crucial role in several military campaigns and was known for his strategic prowess and leadership skills.
In more recent times, Armaan Malik, an Indian singer and composer, has gained widespread popularity and recognition for his remarkable vocal talents. Born in 1995, he has contributed to numerous Bollywood films and has won several awards for his musical achievements.
Throughout its history, the name Armaan has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields, including literature, philosophy, arts, and warfare. Its Persian roots and the meaning of "desire" or "wish" have imbued the name with a sense of aspiration and longing, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a name with rich cultural heritage and a profound meaning.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Armaan over time
The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Armaan in England and Wales, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Armaan, the clearest high point is 2013. The latest England and Wales figure is 59 births in 2024, compared with 113 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Armaan by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Armaan was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #616 | 300 | 5 |
| 2010s | #449 | 911 | 10 |
| 2000s | #506 | 677 | 10 |
| 1990s | #915 | 65 | 4 |
Geography
Where Armaan is most common
The bars show the latest published local birth counts for Armaan. They are useful for spotting where the name is showing up in real numbers, while the rank beside each bar shows how strongly it performs inside that region.
Armaan ranks best in Scotland in the latest published regional snapshot for that area, where it placed #727 in 2024.
Across the UK
Armaan in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Scotland (NRS)
#727 in 2024
12 years of NRS records, 46 total registered
Related
Names similar to Armaan
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Armaan: questions and answers
How popular is the name Armaan in the UK right now?
In 2024, Armaan was ranked #638 for boys in England and Wales, with 59 births registered.
When was Armaan most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 113 babies registered as Armaan in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Armaan?
A masculine name of Persian origin meaning "wish" or "desire".
How many people are called Armaan in the UK?
A total of 1,953 babies have been registered as Armaan across the 29 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here, plus 46 more in Scotland.
Where is Armaan most common?
In the latest published local rankings, Armaan ranks best in Scotland, where it placed #727 in 2024. The regional bars on this page use birth counts, so they also reflect the size of each region.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.